Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Ryan Wickman
November 2, 2016
Graduating Class: 2017
Position: OF
School: River Valley
Height: 6-1
Weight: 175
The Outlook: Wickman, son of ex-big leaguer Bob Wickman is one of the more naturally tooled out prospects in the state. He's a loose quick twitch athlete that also shows a big arm from the outfield (87 mph). His arm action works well enough to be a possible prospect on the mound as well, following in his dad's footsteps.
Scouting Report: 9/18/16 - 6-foot-1, 175-pound right-handed hitting outfielder with a lanky, athletic frame. Defensively has a loose arm action from a high ¾ arm slot. Plays thru the ball with online actions. Throws showed carry throwing 83 mph from the outfield. At the plate hits from a balanced setup with a short stride and good balance. Line drive pull hitter with fluid rhythm and explosive bat speed. Showed strength thru contact with 84 mph exit velocity from a tee. 4.43 runner down the line. In game showed off pull side power with double to left field.
News on Wickman
- Senior Games - Milwaukee: Top Overall Prospects - Sep 30, 2016
- Senior Games Milwaukee: Outfield Analysis - Sep 27, 2016
- Senior Games Milwaukee: Stats Posted - Sep 20, 2016
- Quick Hits: Milwaukee Senior Games - Sep 19, 2016
- Madison Preseason ID: Outfield Analysis - Apr 19, 2016
- Wisconsin 2017 Rankings: New Additions - Apr 6, 2016
- Madison Preseason ID Showcase: Stats Posted - Mar 15, 2016