Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Joe Apkarian, RHP/3B, Niskayuna HS, NY (2015)
October 24, 2014
Alex Jurczynski
Assistant Scouting Director, New York
Name: Joe Apkarian
High School: Niskayuna
Position: RHP/3B
Projects As: 3B - Reliever
Joe Apkarian, 3B, Niskayuna HS, NY (2015)
Apkarian stands 5-foot-11 185-pounds with a stocky build. On the mound his delivery needs more control and balance. He drives off his backside, throws from a high 3/4 slot, falls to the first base side. Fastball sits 76-78 mph, curveball had some gradual shape at 68 mph. More control over his mechanics, and a strength program could really benefit Apkarian this winter.
Analysis:
Apkarian not only pitches but looks sharp at 3B using plus baseball actions, moves athletically, stays behind ball, clean transfer, throws from a high 3/4 slot with 78 mph arm strength, gets back side through the ball. At the plate his setup is slightly open, hands high. His exit velocity off a tee was 80 mph while running a 7.1 60. With some proper instruction this off-season I see Apkarian putting up some good numbers at Niskayuna this spring. He has the ability to be a two-way guy which is not normal for baseball players at the next level.
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