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VanCleave

2014 Hutch News All-Area

10/19/14 - VanCleave is a projectable 6-foot-6, 210-pound left-handed pitcher and left-hand hitting first baseman that earned Hutch News All-Area honors as a freshman last spring. At the plate has a balanced set up, slightly open stance, mini leg kick, inline stride, stays inside the ball well, hands work, maintains balance throughout. Showed opposite field power in pre-game batting practice with a hitting exit velocity up to 85 mph. Went 1-for-3 in game action with a single to right field and also stole a base. In the outfield threw with quick, clean three-quarters arm action up to 81 mph. At first base fielded everything cleanly with a top throw clocked at 78 mph. Ran a 7.68  60-yard dash. On the mound starts under control, tucks knee at balance point, hides ball, picks up-tempo during delivery, high three-quarters slot, arm works, strides inline, athletic finish. Sound delivery with body control and rhythm allowing arm to work – impressive considering his size and age. Hitters see lots of arms and legs then the ball. Fastball clocked in the 79-84 mph range. Breaking ball with 11/5 shape, at times sharp, 67-70 mph. Faced eight batters, three strikeouts, 23/38 strikes. Outstanding class of 2017 prospect.