6-foot-6 180-pounds. Imposing figure on the mound with a long, lanky frame. Started out 83-84 in the first inning, and the defense made a couple costly mistakes that led to a big inning. After the 1st he really settled in, and looked more comfortable. The fastball had heavy run, and really got on hitters when he threw it in the zone. He struggled with FB command some, but had a good CB that he was able to throw in for strikes consistently. He ended up getting up to 86 in the 5th inning, and looked to be throwing with more intent. Everything shows huge upside with Valentine, and he will be a huge addition to any program at the next level. He easily has 90 in him with his frame and effortless delivery. The action on the FB can really play at any level even with the 83-86 velocity.
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6-foot-6 180-pounds. Imposing figure on the mound with a long, lanky frame. Started out 83-84 in the first inning, and the defense made a couple costly mistakes that led to a big inning. After the 1st he really settled in, and looked more comfortable. The fastball had heavy run, and really got on hitters when he threw it in the zone. He struggled with FB command some, but had a good CB that he was able to throw in for strikes consistently. He ended up getting up to 86 in the 5th inning, and looked to be throwing with more intent. Everything shows huge upside with Valentine, and he will be a huge addition to any program at the next level. He easily has 90 in him with his frame and effortless delivery. The action on the FB can really play at any level even with the 83-86 velocity.