Damian
Smith

OF/RHP, (2023) Cuyahoga Falls, OH. 5-foot-10, 165-pound. At the plate, the right-handed hitter clocked an exit velocity of 88 mph. (59.5 mph bat speed average). Tools are there, slightly uphill path, gap abilities.  (18.9 mph hand speed average). In the outfield, recorded a position velocity of 84 mph. Arm really works/potential to be a well above average tool.  During the event, clocked a 60 time of 7.1. 

Damian Smith: OF/RHP, (2023) Cuyahoga Falls, OH. 5-foot-9, 170-pound. At the plate, Smith had a max exit velocity of 91 mph. (64.4 mph bat speed average). (20.8 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed was quick, showed a simple upward swing plane and good extension on his finish. Solid in the outfield, he showed a plus arm and had life on his throws with a position velocity of 88 mph;has quick feet, a clean exchange, and soft hands. Fielded the ball out front with athletic movement laterally. Had a high ¾ slot with a consistent arm action. Ran a 4.12 30 yard dash.

Hit:Right-handed hitter with an athletic, open stance. Begins with hands at ear level, has a tendency to launch hands below shoulder level. Loading sequence is simple, with a subtle leg lift for timing purposes. Bat path works slightly uphill through the zone. With a varied ball flight from floor to ceiling.
Power: Flashed Gap Abilities
Offensive Projection: Table setter
Field:Worked out from the
Throw: Solid arm strength for class, reaching an OF Velocity of 81mph.
Defensive Projection: Corner OF

Delivery/Scouting Notes: 2023 out of Cuyahoga Falls High School shows a smooth, clean tempoed delivery. Uses a big leg kick and a short, quick arm action to get down the mound effectively.
Fastball: True through the zone with late sink
Breaking Ball: Gradual action with an 11/5 tilt
Changeup: Slows up and creates depth
KnuckleBall: Creates fading action with depth