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Grove

Grove had a standout outing on the mound, going the distance in a 4-1 extra-inning victory with a final line of 8 IP, 1 H, 10 K, 2 BB, and 1 R. After allowing a single to lead off the bottom of the second, Grove followed up with 7 no-hit innings to finish the game. The 6’ 0” lefty displayed immediate confidence on the mound, striking out 5 batters the first time through the order. Grove had great command of his fastball throughout the day, locating it inside, outside, and at the knees for called strikes. Additionally, Grove showed good rid on the pitch, getting whiffs above the zone consistently. This played well with his changeup, which he used often when ahead in the count. Grove showcased solid command with his curveball, regularly throwing it for strikes early in the count against RHH and using it as a chase pitch late against LHH. Grove seemed to labor during the third time through the order but adjusted well by going with more of a pitch-to-contact approach, generating a lot of weak contact throughout the day. Grove was also in the cleanup spot for St. Mary’s, helping his own cause with an RBI single in the top of the 6th to tie the game, ultimately forcing extra innings. In the box, Grove creates good separation and has good bat speed through the zone. On the mound, Grove demonstrates an ability to adjust his plan of attack. Not only can he generate swing-and-miss, but he can locate well enough to induce weak contact as the game wears on. With success on both sides of the ball, Grove is a name to look out for.

Event: Future Games Tryout: NorCal
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP
Physical: 6-0, 195-pounds; Thick, compact frame; 7.56 60-yard, 4.15 30-yard, 1.76 10-yard
Offensively: LH. EV max – 92.5 mph, hand speed max – 19.7 mph, bat speed max – 68.5mph; Slightly open, calm relaxed stance with low hands and slight leg stride for timing. Saw the ball deep and showed impressive bat control staying through the ball the other way.
Defensively: INF - 83 mph; Could quicken his transfer but otherwise showed light feet and solid picking ability.

Delivery: Moderate leg-kick that is tucked towards the body and away from the plate. Long stride down the mound with minimal follow through to the third base side.
Arm Action: 3/4 release. Separates at the chest and slightly short arms the ball.
FB: T84.6 mph, 82.0 - 83.9 mph range, 2215 avg spin; Showcased good command of the FB at the bottom of the zone. Had effective armside run.
CB: 68.5 - 70.3 mph, 2451 avg spin; Tight CB with 11/5 break.
CHG: 74.7 - 75.7 mph, 2040 avg spin; Lively changeup that tumbles down below the zone.