86.1
Velocity (max)
2/24/24
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Wheelwright showcased an intriguing two-way profile this weekend. As a position player, the shortstop showed smooth, rangy actions and moved well. At the plate, the right-handed hitter stands straight before launching into stride, presenting an aggressive approach from the leadoff spot. On the mound, the right-handed pitcher showcased an 80-83 mph fastball paired with a mid-70s slider. Standing at 6-foot-1, 180 pounds, Wheelwright is an uncommitted name to watch in the 2025 class.
Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 6-1, 180-pounds. Wiry build, well-proportioned.
Hit: RHH. Athletic setup, hands start low with a simple load, high leg-kick into a long stride. Loose, whippy hands through the zone. 69.3 mph bat speed with 14 G’s of rotational acceleration.
Power: 88 max exit velocity, averaged 81.5 mph. 294’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 86 mph. Short, quick arm out of a low 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady hands, fields ball to body, athletic actions laterally.
Run: 6.83 runner in the 60.
RHP/3B Lane Wheelwright (Farmington, 2025) is a clean 6-foot, 160-pound, right-handed pitcher with a clean operation and sat 82-83 mph, T84 with a three-pitch mix. He also ran a 7.00 60, was 85 mph from the outfield and registered a peak exit velocity of 88 mph.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-0, 160-pounds. Slim build. Some strength in the lower half. High waisted.
Hit: RHH. Upright, balanced setup, quiet load and leg-lift trigger. Leverage to the pull-side, easy effort, finishes on balance and uses the whole field.
Power: 88 max exit velocity, averaged 78.5 mph. 259’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 85 mph. Short circle into a 3/4 slot, quick arm.
Defense: Steady hands, plays through the ball, moves well to his glove side, clean transfer.
Run: 7.00 runner in the 60.
Delivery: Stretch only. Starts with hands high and away from body. Methodical, medium leg lift. In-line stride.
Arm Action: RH. Medium arm arc, clean circle, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T84, 82-83 mph. Life through the zone. Mostly straight. T2285, 2174 average rpm.
SL: 71-73 mph. Tight spinner. Short wrinkle with occasional depth. Feel for the pitch. T2088, 2047 average rpm.
CH: 67-70 mph. Fading action with occasional depth. T1546, 1479 average rpm.