Uncommitted Spotlight: 2024 Alex Rodriguez

5-foot-9, 150-pound lean athletic frame. Above average projectable at the plate, Rodriguez's best exit velocity was 91 mph. (66.22 mph bat speed average). (19.94 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced athletic stance with a smooth rhythmic load, then used a controlled leg kick. Bat speed is electric, shows a short simple swing plane and good extension on his finish. Found multiple barrels with tons of loud contact. Gap to gap line drive approach. Projectable in the outfield, his throws to the bases were maxed out at 84 mph; had smooth athletic footwork, soft consistent hands, and a clean lengthy exchange. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Showed a ¾ slot and a short arm action with consistent accuracy to the base. Showed his athleticism during the event with a sub-seven 60 time of 6.35. Solid on the mound, used a long arm action and a ¾ arm angle while showing quick arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses easy effort. He has even shoulders and an athletic balance point. Lands square with a falling off finish. Threw his fastball 79-81 mph; has both sides of the plate command and running action with heavy movement. (Max spin 2003; Avg 1882). Threw his sharp curveball (62-64) with slurvey action and down in the zone command. (Max spin 2008; Avg 2004).

5-foot-8, 150-pound lean athletic frame. Projectable in the box, Rodriguez had a max exit velocity of 93 mph. (64.57 mph bat speed average). (20.16 mph hand speed average). Begins in a tall open stance with a small rhythmic load, then uses a controlled leg kick. Bat speed is electric, exhibits a short upward swing plane and good extension on his finish. Had a lot of loud contact and found multiple barrels. Gap to gap line drive approach. Projectable from the outfield, his best throws to the bases were registered at 86 mph; showed a quick clean exchange, smooth rhythmic feet, and soft consistent hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Used a short quick arm action and a ¾ slot while showing consistent accuracy to the base. The athletic recruit showcased his speed with a sub-seven 60 time of 6.55.   

Positional Profile: OF/LHP - Uncommitted, Lean, athletic two way player who has high ceiling athleticism. Really hit all weekend, on time level, and shows a feel for the barrel. Really like the overall upside.
Body: 5-foot-8, 145-pounds. Wiry, long, lean and athletic
Defense: Athletic, long strides play well and will have a chance to stick in center.
Arm: LH. OF - 81 mph. Average arm with some carry.
Hit: Switch. Tall, slightly open and separates as leg works back down to the ground.  Loose hands that create natural leverage while staying on plane.
Power: 86 mph exit velocity. More compact in game where he showed a level, simple path and was on time and on the barrel all weekend.
Run: 6.81 runner in the 60. Easy, long strides has a chance to be a plus runner.

Delivery: Slightly closed, simple, rushed at times and feel to pitch, when in sync and on time it worked well.
Arm Action: LH. Straight back take away, arm works quick.
FB: T76, 73-76 mph.
CB: 64-68 mph. 

Positional Profile: OF/LHP 
Body: 5-foot-8, 145-pounds. High waisted, projectable, athletic frame. 
Defense: Athletic footwork, moves well laterally, athletic gather/crow hop.
Arm: RH.   OF - 78 mph. High 3/4 arm slot, long arm action.
Hit: Switch. Slightly open setup, relaxed, short toe tap stride, active hands. Barrel works directly to baseball, lift at times. 
Power: 86 mph exit velocity. Gap to gap approach. 
Run: 6.76 runner in the 60.