Austin
Anderson

Outstanding showing from the southpaw as he kept a strong opposing lineup at bay. Struck out 7 across 4.2 no-hit innings pitched with innate feel for the 3-pitch mix. Physical 6-foot-3, 220-pound frame with a stout lower half and creates easy drive downhill. Present arm strength stands out from a lower three-quarters slot with body control and ability to repeat well. Moxie on the mound stands out with advanced pitchability and attacks in the zone with intent. Fastball lived 85-87 (T88 MPH) with ride and run through the zone for whiffs at will. Curveball creates 1-7 depth out of the same tunnel for freezes at 71-73. Mixed in a changeup with tumble that was consistently spotted at the bottom half of the zone at 73-76. Anderson flat out knows how to pitch and is the type of high-level competitor that one buys stock in as a breakout campaign could be well under way.

Austin Anderson, Northside Christian (FL), 2028
Positional Profile: LHP/LHP
Body: 6-3, 230-pounds. Physical, durable frame with present strength. Carries himself with confidence on the mound and shows a strong, competitive presence.
Delivery: Works with a controlled, up-tempo delivery and moves well down the mound. Maintains rhythm throughout the operation while using the lower half efficiently to generate direction and momentum. Attacks hitters with a competitive, bulldog mentality.
Arm Action: LH. Long, quick arm action from a high three-quarter slot. Works freely through release with a clean, snappy finish.
FB: T85, 80-84 mph. Fastball comes out with conviction and plays well off the delivery. Commands the pitch with confidence and attacks the zone while maintaining quality tempo. T2144, 1988 average rpm.
SL: 71-72 mph. Slider shows sharp action with late tilt. Works well as a swing-and-miss offering and complements the fastball effectively. T2272, 2199 average rpm.
CH: 71-74 mph. Changeup is thrown with good arm speed and creates effective separation from the fastball. Shows developing feel and projects as a reliable secondary offering. T1535, 1483 average rpm.