On Deck Preview: Central (2 of 3)

January 11, 2022
Joe Walentin
Scouting Director, NY

As the staff at PBR-PA is ready to embark on 2022, let's take a look at players that are ready to make that next jump during this year's Preseason All-State Tour.

preseason all-state: central

AM Percentage Full: 40%
Current Roster
PM Percentage Full: 45%
Current Roster

Jake Betz RHP / 3B / South Fayette, PA / 2023

What to expect: Solid 2- way player; sound fundamentals with a live arm on the mound & a Fluid, repeatable swing 75% sweet spot / 58% line drive)
What we'd like to see: added size and strength could lead to a big jump in the measurables.
Video: '21 Gamechangers Baseball Club Scout Day

Carson Renner RHP / SS / Brandywine Heights, PA / 2023

Rankings StateRank: 139 / POS: 36

What to expect: 2-way prospect with athleticism and natural strength in all phases of the game.
What we'd like to see: Polished footwork in the field; develop the curve ball off the mound - maintain arm speed for added spin / break
Video: '21 State Games

Nick DiGiacomo OF / RHP / Council Rock North, PA / 2024

Rankings StateRank: 119 / POS: 32

What to expect: Strong arm; fluid swing with some pull side pop
What we'd like to see: Continue to get stronger; has been better everytime we have seen him. Sub-7 60, Exit Velo 90+
Video: Baseball U-Philly Scout Day (Fall)

Carson Kensinger LHP / OF / Hollidaysburg Area, PA / 2024

Rankings StateRank: 132 / POS: 8

What to expect: High spin FB that can [play well up in the zone (Up to 21" induced vertical)
What we'd like to see: The velocity to continue to trend upward with polish on the off speed.
Video: Last Chance Fall Prospect Showcase

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UPCOMING EVENTS

SHOWCASE	STATE	DATE	LOCATION
Super 60 Pro Showcase	NATIONAL	02/06	The MAX - McCook, Ill.
2022 Preseason All-State - Southwest (Afternoon Session) - SOLD OUT	PA	02/12	All American Field House
2022 Preseason All-State - Southwest (Evening Session) - SOLD OUT	PA	02/12	All American Field House
2022 Preseason All-State - Southwest (Morning Session) - SOLD OUT	PA	02/12	All American Field House
2022 Preseason All-State - Northwest - 50% Full	PA	02/13	Erie Premier Sports
2022 Preseason All-State - Central (AM Session) - 40% Full	PA	02/19	Liberty Sports Arena
2022 Preseason All-State - Central (PM Session) - 45% Full	PA	02/19	Liberty Sports Arena
2022 Northeast ProCase	PA	02/20	Liberty Sports Arena
2022 Preseason All-State - East - SOLD OUT	PA	02/27	In The Net
2022 Northeast Rising Stars - 55% Full	PA	03/12	Liberty Sports Arena