Top Performer Spotlight: 2023 RHP/OF Eric Servellon (Arlington)

March 31, 2020
Tim Hunter
VP of Operations

It was a historic preseason here in New York with our boots-on-the-ground scouting staff covering 700+ players at showcase events, all February long. The dust has settled and we are now ramping up our efforts in player rankings, scouting reports, and recap articles. While the outcome of the 2020 HS season is on hold, the Prep Baseball Report (NY) will continue to provide unrivaled coverage for the amateur baseball players in the Empire State.

As we continue our follow up of the Preseason Tour, we will be highlighting "Top Performer Spotlights" on players who recently stood-out at our preseason events. Stay tuned with us for the latest information on the 2020 spring season and beyond.

Tim's Take

Physical: 6-foot-0, 185-pounds. Strong, athletic build.
Run: 7.07 runner in the 60.
Hit: RHH. Open stance with an even base, hands above shoulder with a level bat, brings hands down on load along with big leg kick Finds the barrel consistently, swings on a slightly uphill plane, extension through contact and finishes high with one hand.
Power: 87 MPH raw exit velocity. Up the middle approach, power potential to pull side if he got out in front of the ball more.
Defense: Starts with one foot in front of the other, deliberate footwork fielding the ball in the middle of his body and uses shuffle to release.
Arm: Long arm swing with a high 3/4 slot. OF - 80 MPH.

Pitching Delivery: Steady pace, builds moment with high leg lift, stride stays in line finishing on a firm front side.
Arm Action: Long arm action, hand gets up quick to a high 3/4 release point.
FB: T80, 77-80 MPH. Commanded in the zone.
CB: 67-68 MPH. 12-6 action with late break.
CH: 72-74 MPH. Located in zone with arm side run.

Standout Skill

The way he is able to handle the bat for such a young player. Low, consistent line drives back up the middle with a good approach. Some minor kinks in mechanics and he could turn into a threat at the plate.

Player Projection

Servellon's speed and stick could keep him in a lineup, but with the frame of 6-foot and 185-pounds, that could be a big sight to see on the mound if he continues to grow. Would love to see him develop more on the mound, harder velo and a little more movement of the off-speed pitches. If all that is possible could be a back-end bullpen guy to close a game out.

Quick Hit
"His ability to throw three pitches all for a strike, smooth delivery, and touching 80mph for a freshman are all reason why I enjoy watching him pitch. Servellon has to tools to be a two-way player at the next level no doubt, although, he does need to clean up some fielding mechanics. The strong arm is there, but I would like to see him fielding the ball off the glove side foot and coming through it like a true outfielder to get a little more velo behind the ball."

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