Evan Linden: RHP/OF, (2023) Medina Highland, OH. 5-foot-10, 170-pound. In the box, Linden's best exit velocity was 80 mph. Starts in a quiet stance with a compact load, then uses a controlled quick stride. Has efficient bat speed, loose level swing plane and high finish. Solid from the outfield, his best throws to the bases were registered at 77 mph; had a natural exchange, sure hands, and consistent footwork. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Used a consistent arm action and a high ¾ slot. On the mound, showed consistent arm speed, he had a high ¾ arm angle and a compact arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows easy effort. Threw his fastball 73-75 mph. Had slight running action. (Max spin 1704; Avg 1662). He shows some action on his changeup (66-67). Throws a 10/4 slider (61-65) that has late action. (Max spin 1765; Avg 1751). Ran a 4.41 30 yard dash.
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Evan Linden: RHP/OF, (2023) Medina Highland, OH. 5-foot-10, 170-pound. In the box, Linden's best exit velocity was 80 mph. Starts in a quiet stance with a compact load, then uses a controlled quick stride. Has efficient bat speed, loose level swing plane and high finish. Solid from the outfield, his best throws to the bases were registered at 77 mph; had a natural exchange, sure hands, and consistent footwork. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Used a consistent arm action and a high ¾ slot. On the mound, showed consistent arm speed, he had a high ¾ arm angle and a compact arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows easy effort. Threw his fastball 73-75 mph. Had slight running action. (Max spin 1704; Avg 1662). He shows some action on his changeup (66-67). Throws a 10/4 slider (61-65) that has late action. (Max spin 1765; Avg 1751). Ran a 4.41 30 yard dash.