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2016 South Uncommitted Showcase
Nick Barnes is a 2017 RHP/OF with a 6-2 190 lb. frame from Katy, TX who attends St John XXIII HS. Large, athletic frame with square shoulders, shows present strength to build and has additional room to grow stronger in future. Primary righthanded pitcher, shows a very compact and simple set of mechanics, hands remain close to waist throughout delivery, tight leg lift up past belt. Does a nice job of getting tall on backside, compact but quick arm stroke through the back working to a high three-quarter to almost over-the-top release point. Lands slightly closed with strike foot but gets on top of the fastball well and shows ability to create nice angle with comfort when getting to the glove side, repeats well and fills up the zone. Fastball topped out at 88 mph, mostly true in shape with occasional running life when down in the zone. Maintains velocity and missed bats regularly, feel for curveball developed over outing, shows short 11-5 shape with late bite at best. Flashed a changeup at 80 mph. Named to South Uncommitted Top Prospect List. Good student.