Jacob Whitacre: RHP/3B, (2026) Roger Bacon, OH. 5-foot-9, 165-pound solid lanky frame. (65.6 mph bat speed average). (20.5 mph hand speed average). Starts in a pre-loaded stance with a compact load, then uses a short stride. Bat speed was raw explosive, displayed a short uphill swing plane and high finish. During his round he produced some loud contact and found some barrels. Up the middle approach. Consistent accuracy to the bag, used a short quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. Solid on the mound, showed quick consistent arm speed with a short arm action and a high ¾ arm angle. Stretch only type pitcher who shows some effort. Balance point is tall with an even shoulders during delivery. Lands open with balanced finish. (Max spin 1980; Avg 1920).
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Jacob Whitacre: RHP/3B, (2026) Roger Bacon, OH. 5-foot-9, 165-pound solid lanky frame. (65.6 mph bat speed average). (20.5 mph hand speed average). Starts in a pre-loaded stance with a compact load, then uses a short stride. Bat speed was raw explosive, displayed a short uphill swing plane and high finish. During his round he produced some loud contact and found some barrels. Up the middle approach. Consistent accuracy to the bag, used a short quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. Solid on the mound, showed quick consistent arm speed with a short arm action and a high ¾ arm angle. Stretch only type pitcher who shows some effort. Balance point is tall with an even shoulders during delivery. Lands open with balanced finish. (Max spin 1980; Avg 1920).