Matthew
Sabale

VA/MD State Games

5-foot-7, 135-pound lean frame. Confident during batting practice, the right-handed hitter had an exit velocity of 80 mph. (62.7 mph bat speed average). (19.3 mph hand speed average). Started in a narrow balanced stance with a quick active load, then used a quick leg kick. Bat speed is quick, shows a short simple swing plane and balanced finish. Through the round he found some barrels with loud contact. Gap to gap approach. From the outfield, his best throws to the bases were registered at 76 mph; has a clean exchange, sure hands, and athletic feet. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Consistent accuracy to the bases, used a quick loose arm action and a ¾ slot. During the event, ran the 60-yard dash in 7.01. Fluid on the mound, showing developing good arm speed he used a compact clean arm action with a high ¾ arm angle. Tilt-and-topple type pitcher who shows easy effort. Displays even shoulders and a consistent balance point. Lands square with a clean finish. Threw his fastball 72-74 mph with a max of 75 mph; had feel both sides of the plate command and sinking tailing action. (Max spin 2051; Avg 1883). Threw a 1/7 curveball (62-63) with gradual action and around the zone control. (Max spin 1973; Avg 1926).