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The summer rush of PBR events in Pennsylvania began this week with the 2018 Western PA Top Prospect Games on June 12th and 13th. Sixty prospects gathered for two days of nine inning games and showcase activities at the Seton Hill baseball complex on the campus of Seton Hill University. Today we conclude our analysis of the prospects in attendance by taking a look at those that participated as a member of the White Team.

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TOP PROSPECTs

Domenic Popa, 2020, OF, Seton-La Salle Catholic HS (PA)
5-foot-10, 170-pound left-handed hitter is currently ranked No. 44 in the PA Class of 2020 and will be participating as a member of Team Pennsylvania this August in the 2018 PBR Future Games in Indiana. Popa took one of the top rounds of batting practice at the event and carried that into game play going 6-for-7 over the course of two games. The lefty showed advanced feel for his barrel lining hits to all fields while nearly beating out a infield single in the lone at bat where he was retired. Currently nursing a hamstring, Popa did not run the 60-yard dash but has run a 6.90 at past events. The primary outfielder showcased 83 mph arm strength during defensive evaluations, an 86 mph bat exit velocity and worked three scoreless innings on the mound. 

Andrew Muraco, 2021, SS/RHP, Franklin Regional HS (PA)
5-foot-10, 170-pounder showcased the all-around skill set that allowed him to excel as an every day starter as a freshman at Franklin Regional. The left-handed hitter flashed above average barrel whip in BP with an 84 mph bat exit velocity. A barreled out to the warning track in right field on day two gave an indication of things to come. Defensively Muraco moves around with a bounce in his step and displayed the ability to make plays on the move with an ability to make throws from multiple arm angles. His 81 mph arm strength should continue to develop as his athletic frame fills out. Muraco also worked three effective innings on the mound sitting 77-80 out of a 3/4 arm slot with command to both sides of the plate. The right-hander also displayed a feel for a curveball with 11/5 rotation at 65-67.

Remainder of Roster: (in alphabetical order)

Brock Conn, 2019, C/3B, Cathedral Prep (PA)
5-foot-10, 190-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and utilizes a lift-and-replace stride to initiate his swing. Displayed a short stroke with a feel for the barrel during BP with a bat exit velocity of 88 mph. Missed high school season following an injury during football, but is now at full health. Showcase pop times of 2.32-2.40 on throws of 71 mph from the crouch. A brief hitch in transition could be cleaned up to significantly reduce times.

Dominic Costellic, 2019, RHP, Penn-Trafford HS (PA)
6-foot-2, 170-pound righty sat 76-78 from a high 3/4 arm slot during three scoreless innings of work. Repeatable delivery with more in the tank. Work to lengthen arm swing could lead to velocity gains. Also displayed a curveball at 63-64 and a changeup at 67-69. Allowed one hit while striking out one.

Luke Haradzin, 2019, C, Pine-Richland HS (PA)
6-foot, 195-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates swing with a short, lift-and-replace stride. Creates backspin with a slightly uphill path through the zone. Strong lower half and forearms leads to a bat exit velocity of 88 mph. Ran a 7.46 60-yard dash and showcased pop times of 2.19-2.27 on throws of 73 mph from the crouch. Did not participate on day two of the event.

Gabe Lawson, 2020, 1B/RHP, Seneca Valley HS (PA)
6-foot-2, 190-pound right-handed hitter starts from a wide, square stance and initiates his swing with a lift-and-replace stride. Displayed a flat barrel path through the zone with a solid feel for the barrel in BP. Registered a bat exit velocity of 85 mph and ran a 7.19 60-yard dash. Sat 79-81 off the mound from a high 3/4 arm slot while also commanding a curveball with 11/5 rotation at 67-68. Allowed two hits over three innings of work with one strikeout.

Matthew Manczka, 2019, RHP, McDowell HS (PA)
6-foot-3, 150-pound righty sat 82-83 with some arm-side run to his fastball out of a high 3/4 arm slot. Long athletic frame is far from filled out and added velocity is likely moving forward. Displayed a quick arm and fastball had late life. Also showed commanded a curveball with 11/5 rotation at 70-72 and a changeup at 70-71. Worked three innings allowing two hits while striking out two.

Tyler Mock, 2019, OF/C, Burrell HS (PA)
6-foot-2, 165-pounder worked out defensively as a catcher. Showcased pop times of 2.14-2.21 on throws of 76 mph from the crouch. Right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and strides a bit closed. An arm bar leads to some barrel drag. Registered a bat exit velocity of 81 mph and ran a 7.41 60-yard dash. 

Dalton Moore, 2019, RHP, Bethel Park HS (PA)
6-foot-4, 220-pound righty sat 76-77 out of a high 3/4 arm slot. Has more velocity in his delivery if he learns to better incorporate his lower half. Curveball with 11/5 rotation sat 65-66. Worked three innings allowing six hits while inducing four ground ball outs.

John Salvitti, 2020, SS/2B, Shady Side Academy HS (PA)
5-foot-11, 170-pound right-handed hitter starts from a wide, square stance and utilizes a lift-and-replace stride to initiate his swing. Showcased an above average feel for the barrel in BP with a bat exit velocity of 88 mph. 7.94 runner is likely destined to make the move to 3B at the next level. Showed capable glove hand and accurate 74 mph arm strength across the diamond during defensive evaluations.

Matt Stanger, 2020, C/3B, Seneca Valley HS (PA)
6-foot-1, 195-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a lift-and-replace stride. An arm bar creates some barrel lag and a bat exit velocity of 80 mph. Ran a 7.45 60-yard dash and showcased pop times of 2.19-2.27 on throws of 73 mph from the crouch. Physical athlete will be an interesting follow in this class.

Grant Voytovich, 2020, SS/OF, Pine-Richland HS (PA)
5-foot-11, 165-pound right-handed hitter starts from a slightly open stance and initiates his swing with a leg-hang stride. Creates some backspin with an uphill path through the hitting zone. Registered a bat exit velocity of 81 mph and ran a 7.44 60-yard dash. Plays low to the ground defensively and displayed an ability to play through the baseball. Current 74 mph arm strength will need to improve to remain on the left side of the diamond at the next level.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SHOWCASE	STATE	DATE	LOCATION
2018 Eastern PA Top Prospect Games (INVITE ONLY)	PA	06/19	Millersville University
Clash of the Titans Tournament Scout Day	PA	06/24	War Memorial Field - Ephrata, PA
Northeastern Pennsylvania Summer Review	PA	06/26	Misericordia University
Southern West Virginia College Prospect Showcase - 6.27.18	PA	06/27	University of Charleston - Triana Field
2018 Eastern PA College Prospect Showcase	PA	07/10	Millersville University
Eastern Panhandle College Prospect Showcase - 7.11.18	PA	07/11	Potomac State College
2018 PBR Future Games (Pennsylvania Invite Only)	PA	08/01	Grand Park - Westfield, IN
PBR Junior Future Games (Invite Only)	NATIONAL	08/02	Grand Park - Westfield, IN
2018 Fall Kickoff Showcase	PA	08/16	Millersville University
Play for Team PBR (Fall Kickoff Tournament)	PA	08/17	Millersville University
Northern West Virginia College Prospect Showcase - 8.26.18	PA	08/26	Wheeling Jesuit University

 

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