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The summer schedule of PBR events in Pennsylvania continued this week with the 2018 Eastern PA Top Prospect Games on June 19th and 20th. Sixty prospects gathered for two days of nine inning games and showcase activities at Cooper Park on the campus of Millersville University. Today we continue our analysis of the prospects in attendance by taking a look at those that participated as a member of the Grey Team.

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Grey TEAM

TOP PROSPECTs

Khaleil Blanding, 2020, 2B/OF, Muhlenberg HS (PA)
5-foot-9, 175-pound right-handed hitter displayed an advanced offensive approach using all fields with an above average feel for the barrel. He starts his swing from a square stance and utilizes a heel-raise stride to begin. Barreled the baseball consistently in BP and went 3-for-4 with a triple in game action on day one. 7.51 runner showcased athletic actions defensively with the ability to play second base and outfield. 79 mph arm strength would play at third base and Blanding's frame is likely to continue to mature making that move a possibility. Potential to be a run producer with some gap power at the next level. Definite follow in this class.

Cam Burris, 2020, RHP, St. Joseph's Catholic (PA)
6-foot-1, 200-pound righty has made a significant jump since we saw him last in October of 2017. 25 pounds heavier, Burris has begun to take on his mature frame and it has translated to a velo jump on the mound. He sat 83-85 out of a high 3/4 arm slot with some hip coil to his delivery. Worked three impressive innings allowing just an infield hit and a walk. Struck out four and was in command of all three pitches. His fastball showed late life with arm-side run while his changeup displayed similar movement with good arm speed at 75-77. His curveball with tight 11/5 rotation at 74-76 has a chance to be a solid out pitch at the next level. Repeatable mechanics and strong durable frame should lead to additional velocity spikes moving forward.

Andrew Curran, 2019, RHP/OF, Souderton Area HS (PA)
6-foot-2, 240-pound two-way prospect put together arguably the most complete two day performance of any prospect in attendance. He sat 82-84 on the mound out of a low 3/4 arm slot working solely out of the stretch with the ability to reach back for 85-86 when he wanted it. He also showcased the ability to change tempo in his delivery and occasionally switched to a high 3/4 arm slot for a different look. His slider at 73-75 from the lower arm slot shows sweeping action that was very difficult for right-handed hitters to pick up.  The right-handed hitter went 4-for-6 with two doubles in game action and he showcased a bat exit velocity of 91 mph. Ran a 7.65 60-yard dash and flashed 85 mph arm strength from the outfield while getting good reads during game action.

Michael Kilker, 2021, RHP/SS, Hazleton Area HS (PA)
Athletic 6-foot-1, 185-pound frame. Primary pitcher sat 83-85 while touching 86-87 at times during his three innings of work. Starts his delivery with a short, side-rocker step and delivers from a mid-3/4 arm slot. Changeup is thrown with above average sell at 75-77 and curveball has good depth at 71-73. Very live arm that is likely to be upper 80s by this time next year. Two-way prospect ran a 7.60 60-yard dash and displayed 82 mph arm strength defensively. Size and defensive actions would be best suited for an eventual move to third base. The right-handed hitter starts from a slightly open stance and he initiates his swing with a leg-hang stride. Displayed an above average feel for the baseball in BP with a bat exit velocity of 84 mph. Went 5-for-7 with a triple in game action over two days.

Christian Quinn, 2020, 1B/LHP, Harriton HS (PA)
6-foot-1, 200-pound switch hitter impressed from both sides of the plate during BP. Starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a leg-hang stride form both sides of the plate with similar swing paths. True switch-hitter displayed greater pop from his left side (natural side) although he has been hitting from that side for a shorter period of time. Went 5-for-6 with two triples in game action showing a disciplined approach at the plate and a willingness to drive the baseball to the opposite field. Displayed a soft glove and capable actions around the bag at first base with 78 mph arm strength across the diamond. Also worked two innings on the mound sitting 75-79 out of a 3/4 arm slot with some cross fire action to his delivery. Curveball sat 66-68 with 1/7 rotation and changeup at 67-68 was thrown at near fastball arm speed.

Remainder of Roster: (in alphabetical order)

Sam Allen, 2019, 2B/OF, Oswego HS (NY)
Currently ranked No. 91 in the NY Class of 2019 rankings. The right-handed hitter starts from a slightly open stance and initiates his swing with a lift-and-replace stride. Displayed above average feel for the barrel. The 5-foot-5, 140-pounder generates significant barrel whip as evidenced by his 88 mph bat exit velocity. Fundamentally sound defender showcased the ability to handle defensive chores at the next level with a quick release and accurate 74 mph arm strength across the diamond. Ran a 7.13 60-yard dash.

Collin Campbell, 2020, 3B/OF, Gettysburg Area HS (PA)
5-foot-9, 175-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance an uses a lift-and-replace stride to start his swing. Went 2-for-7 at the plate in game action while making hard contact in a number of at bats. Barreled the baseball consistently during a solid round of batting practice with a bat exit velocity of 84 mph. Ran a 7.63 60-yard dash and showcased accurate 75 mph arm strength across the diamond defensively.

Shane Devereux, 2021, 2B/RHP, Malvern Prep (PA)
5-foot-11, 155-pound left-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a toe-tap stride. Displayed a short swing path and the ability to stay behind the baseball during a solid round of batting practice with a bat exit velocity of 79 mph. Went 3-for-7 in game action showing an ability to shoot the ball to the opposite field with two strikes. Ran a 7.76 60-yard dash and showcased 72 mph arm strength defensively with a soft glove hands. Sat 74-76 on the mound out of a high 3/4 arm slot with cut action to a two-seam fastball. Also commanded a curveball with 11/5 rotation at 63-64 and a changeup at 70-71.

Jack McLaughlin, 2020, OF/C, The Hill School (PA)
5-foot-11, 160-pound left-handed hitter starts from a square stance with a high-hands load and uses a toe-tap stride to start his swing. Displayed a feel for the barrel in BP with a direct swing path and a bat exit velocity of 73 mph. Went 4-for-8 in game action including hits in his final four at bats and a perfect 3-for-3 performance on day two of game play. Ran a 7.09 60-yard dash and showcased accurate 79 mph arm strength from the outfield defensively.

Shayne Ostrowsky, 2019, LHP, Pennsbury HS (PA)
6-foot, 215-pound lefty sat 78-79 from a high 3/4 arm slot with some hip coil action to his delivery. Fastball showed some late cut as did his changeup at 73-74 thrown at fastball arm speed. Also displayed command of a curveball with 1/7 rotation at 70-71. Worked three innings striking out four while allowing four hits.

Cy Probst, 2021, C/2B, Central Mountain HS (PA)
5-foot-8, 150-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a lift-and-replace stride. Showcased a direct swing path and a line drive approach during BP with a bat exit velocity of 78 mph. Went 3-for-6 with a walk and a double in game action. Ran a 7.74 60-yard dash and displayed pop times of 2.31-2.40 on throws of 66 mph from the crouch defensively.

Matthew Rineman, 2021, RHP, Delone Catholic HS (PA)
Underclassman with a projectable 6-foot-1, 180-pound frame sat 72-74 from a high 3/4 arm slot. Uses a side rocker step and a short arm circle take away to begin his delivery. Also displayed a curveball with 10/4 rotation at 61-62 and a changeup that is still in progress at 60-61. Worked three innings allowing four hits and one walk while striking out three.

Brandon Sicheri, 2019, OF, St. Marys Area HS (PA)
5-foot-8, 135-pound uncommitted left-handed hitter plays much bigger than his size. The left-handed thrower get excellent jumps in the outfield and takes very good routes to the baseball. He ran a 7.02 60-yard dash and showcased 81 mph arm strength defensively. The left-handed hitter starts from a square stance and starts his swing with a short, leg-hang stride. Demonstrated an above average feel for the barrel in BP with a bat exit velocity of 82 mph. Went 3-for-7 with a double during game action over two days.

Matt Turner, 2020, C/1B, Downingtown West HS (PA)
5-foot-11, 210-pound right-handed hitter starts from a slightly open stance and uses a lift-and-replace stride with a strong hip turn to start his swing. Swings with intent leading to a bat exit velocity of 84 mph. Ran a 7.72 60-yard dash and showcased pop times of 2.08-2.16 on throws of 77 mph from the crouch. Has made a noticeable jump in arm strength and continues to show signs of development in his overall game.

Brandon Walker, 2019, OF/C, DuBois Central Catholic HS (PA)
6-foot-1, 170-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a leg-hang stride. Showcased an 84 mph bat exit velocity and went 2-for-6 in game action while putting together a number of quality at bats over two days. 6.97 runner displayed developing defensive skills with 73 mph arm strength from his outfield position.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SHOWCASE	STATE	DATE	LOCATION
Clash of the Titans Tournament Scout Day	PA	06/24	War Memorial Field - Ephrata, PA
Northeastern Pennsylvania Summer Review	PA	06/26	Misericordia University
Southern West Virginia College Prospect Showcase - 6.27.18	PA	06/27	University of Charleston - Triana Field
2018 Eastern PA College Prospect Showcase	PA	07/10	Millersville University
Eastern Panhandle College Prospect Showcase - 7.11.18	PA	07/11	Potomac State College
2018 PBR Future Games (Pennsylvania Invite Only)	PA	08/01	Grand Park - Westfield, IN
PBR Junior Future Games (Invite Only)	NATIONAL	08/02	Grand Park - Westfield, IN
2018 Fall Kickoff Showcase	PA	08/16	Millersville University
Play for Team PBR (Fall Kickoff Tournament)	PA	08/17	Millersville University
Northern West Virginia College Prospect Showcase - 8.26.18	PA	08/26	Wheeling Jesuit University

 

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