Prep Baseball Report

Preseason All-State Showcase Spotlight: 2020 SS Joseph Pettinelli


Greg Williams
Pennsylvania Director of Scouting

The Preseason All-State Showcase annually draws in excess of 100 of the top uncommitted prospects in the state. This winter's event will take place over two days at Keystone State Baseball Academy in Manheim on February 16th and 17th. 

As we draw closer to February we will be periodically highlighting some of the prospects scheduled to participate. Today we continue our preview with a look at 2020 SS/RHP Joseph Pettinelli.

 


Scouting Report

6/20/18 - 5-foot-10, 145-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and utilizes a lift-and-replace stride to start his swing. Showcased a solid feel for the barrel during BP with a bat exit velocity of 83 mph. Ran a 7.08 60-yard dash and displayed athletic defensive actions with an ability to make throws from multiple arm angles. Gains ground well while playing through the baseball routinely with accurate 76 mph arm strength across the diamond.

1/28/18 - 5-foot-10, 140-pound right-handed hitter starts from an open stance and utilizes a lift-and-replace stride to initiate his swing. Loads hand in front and away from back shoulder with some barrel wrap leading to length in the swing. Registered a 76 mph bat exit velocity and ran a 6.92 60-yard dash. Showcased above average actions defensively with active feet, a quick release and the ability to play through the baseball. Current 79 mph arm strength will play on the left side of the infield and will continue to improve as he matures into his athletic frame.

6/27/17 - 5-foot-9, 140-pounder showcased a well-rounded skill set in all facets of the game.  The right-handed hitter starts from a slightly open stance and utilizes a knee-to-knee, leg-hand stride to initiate his swing.  Hands work well through contact leading to consistent barrels with a bat exit velocity of 78 mph.  Ran a 7.19 60-yard dash and showcased athletic actions defensively with a quick release and the ability to make throws from multiple arm angles. Pettinelli will be a prospect to follow as he adds strength to his frame and reaches physical maturity.


 

UPCOMING EVENTS

SHOWCASE STATE DATE LOCATION
Pittsburgh Outlaws Scout Day PA 01/20 C-Side Sports Academy
2019 Preseason Preview PA 01/26 Keystone State Baseball Academy
Super 60 Pro Showcase NATIONAL 02/03 The Max
2019 Preseason All-State Showcase (Day One) PA 02/16 Keystone State Baseball Academy
2019 Preseason All-State Showcase (Day Two) PA 02/17 Keystone State Baseball Academy
2019 Pennsylvania Junior Future Games Trials (Session One) PA 03/10 Keystone State Baseball Academy
2019 Pennsylvania Junior Future Games Trials (Session Two) PA 03/24 Keystone State Baseball Academy
2019 Western PA Top Prospect Games PA 06/11 Seton Hill University
2019 Eastern PA Top Prospect Games PA 06/18 Millersville University
Play for Team PBR 16U (PBR Limited Series) PA 06/29 Lebanon Valley College
2019 Eastern PA College Prospect Showcase PA 07/09 Millersville University
Play for Team PBR 17U (PBR Limited Series) PA 07/20 University of Scranton
2019 Western PA College Prospect Showcase PA 07/23 Historic Pullman Park
2019 Fall Kickoff Showcase PA 08/15 Millersville University
Play for Team PBR 17U (Fall Kickoff Showcase Tournament) PA 08/17 Millersville University
Play for Team PBR (Seton Hill Labor Day Tournament) PA 08/31 Seton Hill University
Play for Team PBR (West Virginia Team Camp) PA 09/20 West Virginia University


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