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2016 Southeast Top Prospect Showcase
Kenny Rodriguez is a 2017 OF with a 6-0 190 lb. frame from Tampa, FL who attends Gaither High School. Large frame and build, broad shoulders, athleticism, and room to continue to fill out physically and add strength. Posted a very impressive 6.71 time in the 60 yard dash. Primary outfielder, fielded out front, moves well to the ball, full arm action, and good arm strength up to 88 mph. At the plate, started with an open stance, wide base, hand set close to body, and a toe tap timing mechanism. Showed very impressive hand speed with a compact hand path to the ball. Swung with intent to drive the ball and generated backspin off the barrel. Showed good power potential, especially towards the opposite field. Also pitched, started with a big rocker step into delivery, leg lift to waist, hip turn, compact arm action, and threw from a tight three quarter arm slot. Slightly crossfire element and cuts extension down the mound. Fastball worked 78-83 mph with occasional arm side life. Curveball showed depth and also mixed in a changeup at 74 mph. Highly impressive athlete in all phases. Named to Top Prospect List.