Rookie Review: '26 OF Logan Newcomb (CBA-Albany)
May 4, 2023
As we make our way through the spring and into the summer months, our staff will be rolling out a series of in-depth pieces on uncommitted talent in the empire state.
ID: Capital Region featured (70) total prospects on February 22 at AllStars Academy in Latham, NY, where rookie '26 OF Logan Newcomb stood out with A/AVG feel on either side of the ball. From a lean, ATH 5-foot-10, 165-pound build, there's much more to be had.
Logan Newcomb OF / C / CBA - Albany, NY / 2026Rankings StateRank: 20 / POS: 4
What We Liked: It wasn't just the measurables that impressed, as he maintained a loose stance with the ability to keep the barrel long through the zone. Hit out of a strong position; higher start with the lower-half making the first move. Connected to the ground in the approach and was on the sweet spot often (58%), adding a T95MPH EV. When projecting future power, there's clean barrel-whip and some leverage from the RH box. Not afraid to deliver the bat early with a quick trigger at 22MPH hand-speed. Defensively, Newcomb could be a middle of the field athlete, going 1.63/3.87 10-30 YD splits while unleashing a loud 88MPH arm-strength from the OF. Also moved behind the plate, though the actions remained slightly raw. What to Improve: Occasional left arm-bar when creating separation at the load, but flashed feel to adjust all over. The leg-lift is still a bigger move and caused periodic heavy, forward weight-shift. Future power will arrive in waves, as he continues getting ready earlier/easier. Defensively, there's room to add to the catching skillset. Some variation out of a traditional stance when receiving and relies on his big arm. Checks the boxes of a confident ATH in space (OF). Synopsis: Just looking at the natural tools, there's some intrigue across the board. Rotates very well for size and has already found an aggressive approach at such a young age. As the body gets refined, including more loft in the swing will = huge success. The roots are already there to be a top-of-the-order, starting CF. Wound't be surprised if he sees some mound action, too. Video: February 22, 2023. ID: Capital Region. |
UPCOMING EVENTS
SHOWCASE | STATE | DATE | LOCATION |
2023 Summer Open: North Country | NY | 06/06 | Tupper Lake Municipal Park / Tupper Lake, NY |
2023 NY Open Pre-Tournament Combine (June 29th) | NY | 06/29 | Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex / Cortland, NY |
2023 JR NYS Games | NY | 07/05 | Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex / Cortland, NY |
2023 NY Open Pre-Tournament Combine (July 6th) | NY | 07/06 | Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex / Cortland, NY |
2023 NY Open Pre-Tournament Combine (July 20th) | NY | 07/20 | Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex / Cortland, NY |
PBR Junior Future Games | NATIONAL | 07/25 | LakePoint |
2023 NY Open Pre-Tournament Combine (Aug. 3rd) | NY | 08/03 | Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex / Cortland, NY |
2023 Summer Open: Central | NY | 08/10 | Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex / Cortland, NY |
2023 Summer Open: West | NY | 08/10 | Clark V. Whited Complex / Brockport, NY |
2023 Summer Open: East | NY | 08/15 | Heritage Financial Park / Wappingers Falls, NY |
2023 Top Prospects Games: Long Island | NY | 08/16 | Medford Athletic Complex / Medford, NY |
2023 Summer Open: Downstate | NY | 08/17 | TBD/TBA - NYC |