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Strandmark

It was a potent look at the all-around profile for the Mercer commit as he was a key catalyst in the win. Came through with a pair of knocks at the plate including a 3-run HR over the batters eye to straightaway centerfield and a hard-hit backside single. Immense impact in the barrel and strength alike in the ultra-physical 6-foot-5, 225-pound frame. Stays well-balanced with significant bat speed and generates excellent leverage through the zone. Showed well in relief as he was called upon to pitch the final two innings where he faced the minimum with 4 strikeouts. Leverages the frame well to create extension down the mound with present arm speed and pitchability alike. Repeats the delivery well from a near over-the-top slot and feel for the 3-pitch mix. Fastball lived 88-90 (T91 MPH) with heavy arm-side run. Slider was mixed in at 74-77 with sharp bite. Advanced feel for the splitter at 78-81 and tunneled extremely well with tumble/depth for whiffs. Strandmark provides immense two-way value for the Vikings as he looks to pace them in multiple facets with a potential state title on the horizon.