Paul Carangelo: C/OF, (2024) East Haven, CT. 5-foot-6, 155-pound. (74.2 mph bat speed average). (22.1 mph hand speed average). Begins in a balanced athletic stance with a controlled load, then uses a quick stride. Bat speed is quick, shows a loose uphill swing plane and balanced finish. Behind the plate, he made strong, efficient throws to second at velocities up to 79 mph; had consistent footwork, sure hands, and a natural transfer. displayed his ability to control the run game with a pop time of 1.91-2.06. Some flexibility and quiet setup. Used a quick arm action and a high ¾ slot. Displayed speed and athleticism at the event, recording a 60 time of 6.89. 

Paul Carangelo: C/OF, (2024) East Haven, CT. 5-foot-5, 135-pound athletic slim frame. Projectable and athletic during batting practice, Carangelo's best exit velocity was 84 mph. (63.14 mph bat speed average). (18.82 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced athletic stance with a small load, then used a short stride. Bat speed is quick developing, uses a loose flat swing plane and high finish. Found multiple barrels with loud contact. Line drive approach. Behind the plate, his best recorded throw to second was clocked at 60 mph; shows soft developing hands, athletic and developing feet, and a clean natural transfer. He produced a pop time of 2.06. Athletic setup. Had a loose arm action and a high ¾ slot with consistent accuracy to the bag. In the 60-yard dash, recorded a time of 7..15.  (Max spin ; Avg ). 

Scout Evaluation 

Paul Carangelo, East Haven, 2024, CT

Position: C/OF

Body: 5-foot-5, 135-pound athletic slim frame.

Hit: (RHH) Projectable and athletic. Starts in a balanced athletic stance with a small load, then uses a short stride. Quick developing bat speed. High finish, loose flat swing. Line drive approach. 

Power: 84 mph exit velocity, average 79.10 mph. 63.14 mph bat speed average. 18.82 mph hand speed average.

Defense: (C) 2.06 pop times. Soft developing hands, athletic and developing footwork, clean natural exchange. Projectable athletic. Athletic setup. 

Arm: 60 mph catcher velocity. Loose arm action, high ¾ slot, consistent accuracy. 

Speed: 7..15 (60-yard).

Paul Carangelo: C/OF, (2024) East Haven, CT. 5-foot-5, 135-pound slim build. In the box, the right-handed hitter clocked an exit velocity of 82 mph. (61.64 mph bat speed average). (19.69 mph hand speed average). Starts in a balanced athletic stance with a controlled stride. Has developing bat speed, simple flat swing plane and good extension on his finish. Gap to gap approach. Behind the plate, he recorded a position velocity of 72 mph during throw downs; showed soft hands, a fluid transfer, and athletic smooth feet. He produced a pop time of 2.14-2.20. Quiet setup. Used a quick loose arm action and a high ¾ slot while showing consistent accuracy to the base. During the event, recorded a 60 time of 7.2. 

Scout Evaluation 

Paul Carangelo, East Haven, 2024, CT

Position: C/OF

Body: 5-foot-5, 135-pound slim build.

Hit: (RHH) Setup included a balanced athletic stance and a controlled stride. Developing bat speed. Good extension on his finish, simple flat swing. Gap to gap approach. 

Power: 82 mph exit velocity, average 78.10 mph. 61.64 mph bat speed average. 19.69 mph hand speed average.

Defense: (C) 2.14-2.20 pop times. Soft hands, athletic smooth footwork, fluid exchange. Capable raw. Quiet setup. 

Arm: 72 mph catcher velocity. Quick loose arm action, high ¾ slot, consistent accuracy. 

Speed: 7.20 (60-yard).