Jeff
Lindgren

3rd Team All State: The Illinois State-commit dominated on the mound in 2015 for the Chargers, going 10-1 with a 0.58 ERA. In 72 innings pitched, Lindgren allowed only 41 hits, struck out 96, and walked only 13, good for a miniscule 0.75 WHIP. The hard throwing righty led Centennial to a 29-9 overall record and a No. 21 final ranking in the PBR Power 25.

5.16.15 - 6-foot-2, 185-pound athletic right-handed pitcher, ranked No. 188 in IL, committed to Parkland College. Impressed with command in this outing, struck out six, walked none. Fastball sat 83-86 mph, reportedly has touched higher this spring. Works from short, quick, high ¾ arm slot, toe down at balance point, up tempo delivery. Mixed fastball with 71-74 mph curveball, able to throw for strikes consistently, 11/5 shape. Offensively, hits fifth, left-handed hitter, open setup, short stride, showed off athleticism stealing second base after reaching on an infield error.

2/16/14 6-foot-2, 185-pound two-way player. Solid all-around skill set, but projects most on mound. Right-handed pitcher, athletic frame, clean, short arm action, high-3/4 slot. Simple, repeatable delivery, good tempo and rhythm. Fastball topped at 84 mph, sitting 82-83, all strikes. Changeup also quality pitch, 76-77 range, with arm-side sink. Commands pitch for strikes. Curveball came in at 69-70, has feel for pitch. Offensively, has balanced, mechanically sound approach. Bat stays flat through zone, line drive approach. Recorded 86 mph exit velocity off tee. Defensively, has reliable, soft hands and was clocked at 75 mph across infield. Ran a 7.75 60.

9.29.13 6-foot-2, 185-pound athletically built two way player. Defensively, he showed advanced actions to go along with soft hands, quick feet, and a clean exchange. Rangy athlete, strong backhand, transfer highly efficient. Arm plays across the diamond at 74 mph with accuracy. At the plate he has a balanced setup with a short stride and excellent balance throughout the swing. Has a line drive swing with a level bat path and extension. Showed above average bat speed and had an exit velocity of 82 mph off a tee. Has an aggressive pull side approach. Ran a 7.94 60. On the mound he throws from a high ¾ slot with a short arm action. Has a tall and fall delivery with easy effort, clean lines, and an athletic finish. Hides ball well. Showed feel for his fastball at 81-83 mph, touching 84 mph once, with occasional arm side run. His curveball has 10/4 tilt with gradual break, sitting 65 mph. The changeup was 75-77 mph, touching 78 mph once, with flashes of sink and arm side run.

10-1-2018: Impressive outing to close out the game for the Redbirds. Pitched at 88-91 mph with his fastball, touching 93 on an 0-2 count. Working from the first base side of the rubber, commanded his FB to both sides of the plate. Very good angle from a three-quarter slot and a closed landing. FB played up. Mixed in an above average slider at 78-80 mph. Good depth with angle. Repeated the pitch and expanded when needed. Induced many bad swings. Had the look of a senior prospect who could pitch himself into the top 10 rounds as a money saver this spring. (Seifert)