Austin
DesRoche

8/25/13 - DesRoche showed some of the best fielding mechanics of the event. The 5-foot-9, 140-pound DesRoche displays a good approach to the ball and fielding with soft, sure hands. His transfer was quick and clean and he showed good range to the glove hand side.  At the plate, DesRoche lets the ball get deep and was able to hit the ball to the opposite field. His swing mechanics were repeatable and as he continues to progress, should continue to be an effective hitter. On the mound, DesRoche comes from a high 3/4 arm slot with long arm action and some rhythm in his delivery. His fastball was thrown in the 74-76 mph range with slight arm side run. He also maintained near fastball arm speed on both of his offspeed pitches, a 61-62 mph breaking ball with 11-to-5 shape and a 64-66 mph change up with some fade action.