The Hotlist: Unsigned Seniors
May 3, 2017
By Nathan Rode and PBR Staff
The end of the spring season is approaching and graduation is around the corner for high schoolers across the country. Many seniors already know where they’re playing college baseball next year, but some don’t. Below is a list of unsigned seniors still looking for a program that can use their skill set on the diamond.
Julio Astacio, RHP, Cherry Creek HS, CO
The son of former major leaguer Pedro Astacio, Julio Astacio stands at 6-foot-4, 175 pounds with a wiry frame. He has a loose, quick arm from a 3/4 slot. His fastball sits 86-87 mph with arm-side run. He throws his changeup with fastball arm speed at 79. His curveball has late break and 11/5 shape at 73-74. He has run out of high school eligibility, but is throwing bullpen sessions this spring.