Jacob Gladu: 1B/OF, (2026) Drury High, MA. 195-pound projectable athletic build. Projectable and athletic during batting practice, Gladu had an exit velocity of 91 mph. Started in a narrow balanced stance with a controlled load, then used a small stride. Bat speed is quick developing, uses an uphill loose swing plane and good extension on his finish. Found lots of barrels with loud contact. Gap to gap approach. Projectable while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 78 mph; had developing hands, developing consistent footwork, and a natural exchange. Laterally, movements were developing athletically and fielded the ball out front. Decent accuracy to the bases, used a consistent arm action with a high ¾ slot. 

Jacob Gladu: 1B/OF, (2025) Mt. Greylock, MA. 6-foot-5, 185-pound projectable athletic build. Projectable and athletic at the plate, Gladu clocked an exit velocity of 85 mph. (73.9 mph bat speed average). (23.6 mph hand speed average). Setup consists of a balanced athletic stance and a low load. Has developing bat speed, uphill loose swing plane and good extension on his finish. Found multiple barrels with loud contact. Pull side approach. Projectable and capable in the infield, his best throw was registered at 77 mph; has developing soft hands, a natural exchange, and athletic developing feet. Fielded the ball out front with developing athletic movement laterally. Had a high ¾ slot and a loose arm action with consistent accuracy to the bag. 

6-foot-3, 170-pound athletic long frame. Projectable at the plate, Gladu had a max exit velocity of 89 mph. (70.9 mph bat speed average). (24.3 mph hand speed average). Started in an athletic tall stance with a smooth load, then used a short stride. Bat speed is electric, uses a loose upward swing plane and high finish. Found multiple barrels with tons of loud contact. Gap to gap approach. Solid while in the infield, recorded position velocities up to 70 mph; had a clean exchange, smooth footwork, and soft hands. Capable In the outfield, showed a developing exchange, consistent hands, and quick feet. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were average. Used a high ¾ slot and a short arm action while showing consistent accuracy to the base. Clocked a 60 time of 7.61 at the event. 

Exit Velocity: 89 mph

Arm Velocity: 70 mph

Sixty-Yard Dash: 7.61

Jacob Gladu: 1B/OF, (2025) Mt. Greylock, MA. 6-foot-3, 165-pound athletic and projectable build. Projectable at the plate, Gladu's best exit velocity was 86 mph. (62.6 mph bat speed average). (22.4 mph hand speed average). Began in a balanced athletic stance with a small wrapping load, then used a small stride. Bat speed is developing, displays an uphill loose swing plane and high finish. He barreled up multiple balls with loud contact. Aggressive approach. Projectable while in the infield, recorded position velocities up to 67 mph; shows developing feet, soft developing hands, and a clean exchange. Laterally, movements were developing and fielded the ball out front. Showed a high ¾ slot and consistent accuracy to the bag.  (Max spin ; Avg ). 

Scout Evaluation 

Jacob Gladu, Mt. Greylock, 2025, MA

Position: 1B/OF

Body: 6-foot-3, 165-pound athletic and projectable build.

Hit: (LHH) Projectable. Begins in a balanced athletic stance with a small wrapping load, then uses a small stride. Developing bat speed. High finish, uphill loose swing. Aggressive approach. 

Power: 86 mph exit velocity, average 71.3 mph. 62.6 mph bat speed average. 22.4 mph hand speed average.

Defense:  (IF) Soft developing hands, developing footwork, clean exchange. Projectable.  Fielded the ball out front with developing movement laterally. 

Arm: 67 mph infield velocity. High ¾ slot, consistent accuracy.