Eric
McAllister

PA State Games Session 1 (2026)

2027 IF/RHP Eric McAllister (Altoona Area) McAllister presents a sturdy 5-foot-10, 189 lbs build. Offensively, the right-handed hitter showcased significant raw power, posting a peak exit velocity of 98 mph and an impressive average of 95.3 mph. He displayed a ground-ball-heavy approach (73% GB) but hits the ball with authority. Defensively, he registered a strong 83 mph infield velocity. On the mound, the right-hander ran his fastball up to 85 mph (sitting 82-85 mph) with solid spin (avg 2215 rpm), pairing it with a 71-74 mph curveball. Ran a 7.36-second 60-yard dash. Grip Strength: 124.2 / 139.5

Physical: Strong, broad-shouldered 5-foot-8, 165-pound frame. 7.66 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Offensively: RHH. Upright, loose stance that maintains coil over the rear hip. Utilized a knee-knock stride to initiate his swing through a flat, rotational path into the hitting zone. Lived on the sweet-spot during a quality BP session, up to a T88MPH EV and 316FT. Worked inside the ball for a 56% fly ball rate with natural carry. Generated an active top-hand at impact.

Defensively: The third baseman featured a wider base and chopped the feet with a soft exchange. Showed some right-to-left around the ball for a 78MPH INF arm (H ¾). Made all the plays with the ability to change arm-angle.

Pitching: RHP. Chance to flow down the slope; momentum-building pace as the hand gets up on time. Demonstrated bore on the FB at 80-82MPH and added a short 69-72MPH SL with horizontal tilt. Late acceleration to his stuff, peppered the zone.

Physical: 5-8, 160 pounds; Sturdy, broad shouldered build. 8.08 runner in the 60.

Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet just outside his shoulders; bat positioned at a 45 degree angle. Short take back with the hands with an up and down stride for timing. Stays behind the ball while showing a strong lower half. Showed a compact swing path with a two handed finish.  More line drives than flyballs and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 87 MPH via Trackman. Consistent barrel path with a gap to gap approach.

Defensively: Starts with an upright /tall setup; walks into ready position while playing low to the ground. Hands are out in front with a delay in transfer. Short take back from a standard 3/4 arm slot.   INF - 75 MPH. 

Pitching: Uses a glove side setup while using a side step. Belt high leg drive with a slight lean over the belt. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Long arm swing while arm stays in line with 2B; standard 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 83 MPH, while sitting 79-82 MPH; arm side run. CB: 68-72 MPH; lands for strikes.  CH: 71-73 MPH; fading action. OTHER:  Efficient mover getting downhill quickly.

Physical: Strong/athletic 5-foot-8, 160-pound frame. 4.20 runner in the 30YD.

Offensively: RHH. Narrow, slightly open stance, as the hands waved over the shoulder. Utilized a controlled leg-kick stride to initiate his swing through an explosive, flat path into the hitting zone. Attacked off the front foot and delivered a T86MPH EV with a 62% LD rate.

Defensively: The third baseman featured a quality feel around the bag. Stayed o the toes and centered the ball with low posture. Recorded a 74MPH arm-strength across the dirt (H ¾).

Pitching: RHP. Started from the left side of the mound; controlled hip-hinge with good timing down slope. FB sat 75-77MPH at 2200+ rpms, adding an 11/5 64-66MPH CB and 69-70 CH, up to 7 inch HM.

Physical: Broad-shouldered 5-foot-6, 142lb build with projection. 8.20 runner in the 60.

Offensively: RHH. Upright, narrow stance, as the barrel works flat over the shoulder to begin. Utilized a controlled leg-lift stride to initiate the swing through a rotational path with some lift towards the pull-side gap. Stayed over the rear hip and delivered a T78 mph exit velocity via Trackman. Lived on the sweet spot, matching plane often for an 86% sweet spot rate.

Defensively: The third baseman featured developing actions at the hot corner. Arrived on time to the ball with a directional approach, able to transfer quickly to throwing hand for a 73 mph arm-strength across the dirt.