MSI Scout Day Spotlight: 2021 C/RHP Stephen Thomas (Unionville)
November 4, 2020 Staff Ground Forces
Scouting Report
8/26/20
The Spin: One of the more impressive overall days at MSI Scout Day in Garnet Valley, PA was ‘21 C/RHP Stephen Thomas (Unionville). Absolutely stood out during a flawless defensive evaluation where he was down to 1.94 on pop times in a showcase setting with an 81 mph laser from the crouch. The arm should be considered to be "next level ready" only further evidenced by an eye-popping bullpen session where he worked at a fast pace in the delivery, T91 mph on the fastball with heavy downhill play. The raw power in a 5-foot-10, 200-pound frame was easily noticeable in all facets and allowed for an advanced 92 mph bat-exit velocity with violent hip rotation and loud contact at the plate. Got through the ball well at extension creating natural lift and backspin to the LCF gap showcasing extra base-hit ability and possible middle of the order projection moving forward. Should be considered to be a solid two-way prospect with the ability to impact the game in a multitude of ways.
Scouting Report
8/26/20
The Spin: One of the more impressive overall days at MSI Scout Day in Garnet Valley, PA was ‘21 C/RHP Stephen Thomas (Unionville). Absolutely stood out during a flawless defensive evaluation where he was down to 1.94 on pop times in a showcase setting with an 81 mph laser from the crouch. The arm should be considered to be "next level ready" only further evidenced by an eye-popping bullpen session where he worked at a fast pace in the delivery, T91 mph on the fastball with heavy downhill play. The raw power in a 5-foot-10, 200-pound frame was easily noticeable in all facets and allowed for an advanced 92 mph bat-exit velocity with violent hip rotation and loud contact at the plate. Got through the ball well at extension creating natural lift and backspin to the LCF gap showcasing extra base-hit ability and possible middle of the order projection moving forward. Should be considered to be a solid two-way prospect with the ability to impact the game in a multitude of ways.