Sean McGrath
Scouting Director, New Jersey

Name: Jared Kacso
High School (Year): Barnegat HS (2016)
Summer Team: Arsenal
Position(s): 3B/RHP
Commitment: NJIT

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Background

Kacso was a standout at multiple summer events, including July’s Top Prospect Games. The third baseman plays for Barnegat High School and the Tri-State Arsenal, putting himself in a good position to develop and gain exposure. He is now committed to NJIT and should make an impact for the Atlantic Sun newcomers.

Scouting Report

Kacso has an already physical 6-foot-2 build and broad shoulders with room to fill out. Offensively, the right-handed hitter starts with a tall, slightly open stance. He has smooth rhythm into load which all occurs pre-pitch. He gets himself into a repeatable hitting position and has a short bat path and a smooth stroke through the hitting zone with bat speed and strength. He has a level finish and keep firm balance throughout his swing. Defensively, he gets behind the ball well and does a nice job working through the ball with aggressiveness. He has a low hands separation which lengthens his transfer but he gets good carry on his throws and works through his target well.

On the mound, Kacso has a mild tempo and simple mechanics which he repeats well. He pitches with some late bite to his 80-85 mile-per-hour fastball. His best secondary offering is his changeup (74-77 MPH) which is straight and deceptive as arm speed and ball flight mimic his fastball. His breaking ball is a work in progress but shows spin potential at 66-68 MPH. He possesses a high compete level that should make him successful at the next level.