Uncommitted; 5-foot-11, 190-pound right hander continued to build on his resume. Sturdy frame with a reliever profile at the next level with plus durability. Almon throws a heavy FB at 83-85 with low spin numbers (Avg: 1880 rpm via Trackman) leading to weak contact and many ground balls. Mixed CB at 70-72 with good shape and late bite. Looked more SL this summer at 73-75, but great average spin rate at 2341 rpm (Max: 2449 rpm via Trackman). Showed developing CH at 78-79 with decent movement, and chance to be solid 3rd offering from the 21' right hander.
7/24/19
5-foot-11, 150-pound solid frame; RHP/3B. At the plate, the right-handed hitter clocked an exit velocity of 83 mph. Started in wide stance, had a small load and used a short stride to start his swing. Shows an upward swing plane and good extension on his finish. While in the infield, showed ability to throw up to 78 mph across the field; showed sure hands and rhythmic footwork. From the outfield, he displayed a position velocity of 79 mph. Showed a short arm action with a high ¾ slot. On the mound, threw a 1/7 curveball with plus action. He was clocked sitting at 82-84 mph. His slider (73-75 mph) had depth when it was located down by the hitter’s knees.
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Uncommitted; 5-foot-11, 190-pound right hander continued to build on his resume. Sturdy frame with a reliever profile at the next level with plus durability. Almon throws a heavy FB at 83-85 with low spin numbers (Avg: 1880 rpm via Trackman) leading to weak contact and many ground balls. Mixed CB at 70-72 with good shape and late bite. Looked more SL this summer at 73-75, but great average spin rate at 2341 rpm (Max: 2449 rpm via Trackman). Showed developing CH at 78-79 with decent movement, and chance to be solid 3rd offering from the 21' right hander.
5-foot-11, 150-pound solid frame; RHP/3B. At the plate, the right-handed hitter clocked an exit velocity of 83 mph. Started in wide stance, had a small load and used a short stride to start his swing. Shows an upward swing plane and good extension on his finish. While in the infield, showed ability to throw up to 78 mph across the field; showed sure hands and rhythmic footwork. From the outfield, he displayed a position velocity of 79 mph. Showed a short arm action with a high ¾ slot. On the mound, threw a 1/7 curveball with plus action. He was clocked sitting at 82-84 mph. His slider (73-75 mph) had depth when it was located down by the hitter’s knees.