PBR Future Games Player Spotlight : Valentin Flores, Jr.
July 19, 2019
The PBR Future Games is the nation's premier exposure opportunity for players in the grad classes of 2021 & 2022. This will be the second Team Arizona to compete in the event. This year's event will take place July 31-August 3 at the LakePoint Sporting Community in Cartersville, GA. We will be highlighting each player in the days leading up to the event.
Valentin Flores Jr
Class of 2021 / LHP
Rankings
StateRank: 37 / POS: 6
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2021
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Primary Position: LHPSecondary Position: OF
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High School: Mountain PointeState: AZ
- Summer Team: Sandlot
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Height: 5-9Weight: 160lbs
- Bat/Throw: L/L
Statistics
Pitching
86
Max FB
(07/31/19)
82 - 85
FB
(07/31/19)
67 - 68
CB
(06/12/19)
71 - 72
CH
(07/31/19)
69 - 69
SL
(07/31/19)
Position
7.58
60-yard
(10/14/18)
81
OF Velo
(10/14/18)
85
Exit Velo
(10/14/18)
Videos
(6/12/19)
Player News
- Rankings Insider: 2021 Risers - Dec 4, 2020
- Scout Blog: JM23 Classic (Part 2) - Sep 21, 2020
- Commitment Spotlight: Junior Flores - Aug 11, 2020
- Team Arizona Game 3 Quick Hits - Aug 3, 2019
- Fall Prospect Showcase: Pitching Analysis - Dec 13, 2018
- Fall Prospect Showcase: Outfield Analysis - Dec 10, 2018
- Fall Prospect Showcase: Quick Hits (Part II) - Oct 29, 2018
Scouting Report
10/14/18 - 5-foot-9, 160-pound frame. Flores is an intriguing 2-way prospect. On the mound, a low 3/4 arm slot and 80-82 mph fastball generates heavy arm side run and sink. A slightly closed front side help him hide the ball well and creates big angle/deception. Consistently threw sweeping curveball in zone at 65-66 mph. Change-up at 69-71 mph, is still developing and floats out of the hand at times. Profiles as left-on-left reliever at the nexy level. Offensively, shows rhythm and balance in aggressive swing; 85 mph exit velo. Possesses strong forearms and generates impressive bat speed with a short path to the ball. Ran 7.58 60-yard dash that could make Flores more of a pitching prospect or possible 1B/DH who can contribute as a two-way player.