Markos Alden: 1B/3B, (2026) Cleveland Heights High School, OH. 5-foot-11, 195-pound. (55.4 mph bat speed average). (17.6 mph hand speed average). Begins in an athletic strong stance with a compact load, then uses a quick stride. Had a level swing plane, developing bat speed and balanced finish. Solid while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 66 mph; has a natural exchange, developing feet, and soft hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Showed a quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. On the mound, showed consistent arm speed, also used a high ¾ arm angle with a compact arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows some effort. Had slight running action. (Max spin 1409; Avg 1148). His 11/5 curveball had some action. (Max spin 1473; Avg 1442). His 10/4 slider showed late action. (Max spin 1394; Avg 1303).
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Markos Alden: 1B/3B, (2026) Cleveland Heights High School, OH. 5-foot-11, 195-pound. (55.4 mph bat speed average). (17.6 mph hand speed average). Begins in an athletic strong stance with a compact load, then uses a quick stride. Had a level swing plane, developing bat speed and balanced finish. Solid while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 66 mph; has a natural exchange, developing feet, and soft hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Showed a quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. On the mound, showed consistent arm speed, also used a high ¾ arm angle with a compact arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows some effort. Had slight running action. (Max spin 1409; Avg 1148). His 11/5 curveball had some action. (Max spin 1473; Avg 1442). His 10/4 slider showed late action. (Max spin 1394; Avg 1303).