Owen Knapp: OF/LHP, (2026) Lakota East High School, OH. 6-foot-2, 150-pound long frame. (61.4 mph bat speed average). (17.8 mph hand speed average). Starts in an athletic stance with a smooth load, then uses a controlled stride. Had a rotational swing plane, efficient bat speed and balanced finish. In his round he found multiple barrels with loud contact. Gap to gap approach. Projectable recorded an outfield position velocity of 78 mph; showed a quick exchange, athletic feet, and next level hands. Fields the ball one hand, movements laterally were twitchy. Consistent accuracy to the bases, used uninterrupted slot and a consistent arm action. Smooth projectable on the mound, showed consistent arm speed, he had a moderate arm action and a ¾ arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses easy effort. Even in line shoulders and a consistent balance point. Lands square with an athletic recoil finish. Curveball (56-58 mph), changeup (66-67 mph). Threw his fastball 72-73 mph. (Max spin ; Avg ).
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Owen Knapp: OF/LHP, (2026) Lakota East High School, OH. 6-foot-2, 150-pound long frame. (61.4 mph bat speed average). (17.8 mph hand speed average). Starts in an athletic stance with a smooth load, then uses a controlled stride. Had a rotational swing plane, efficient bat speed and balanced finish. In his round he found multiple barrels with loud contact. Gap to gap approach. Projectable recorded an outfield position velocity of 78 mph; showed a quick exchange, athletic feet, and next level hands. Fields the ball one hand, movements laterally were twitchy. Consistent accuracy to the bases, used uninterrupted slot and a consistent arm action. Smooth projectable on the mound, showed consistent arm speed, he had a moderate arm action and a ¾ arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses easy effort. Even in line shoulders and a consistent balance point. Lands square with an athletic recoil finish. Curveball (56-58 mph), changeup (66-67 mph). Threw his fastball 72-73 mph. (Max spin ; Avg ).