LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2016 West Academic Showcase
Turtle Alvarez is a 2018 RHP/IF with a 6-2 175 lb. frame from Inglewood, CA who attends North Torrance. Large frame with a lean, athletic build. Body projects for additional size with strength. Primary right handed pitcher with a smooth paced side step start delivery. Creates slight pauses at gather before driving to plate. Lower half launched to plate with drop and drive mechanics, front side will swing open at times. Stays balanced throughout delivery and extension. Shows a compact arm action from a three-quarters slot. Fastball comes out of hand cleanly, topping at 76 mph with running action to both sides of the plate. Slider has 8/5 shape with some spin and tilt down in the zone. Created tighter spin and sharper bite on slider offering when working to glove side. Consistently pounded the zone with both pitches with developing command on the edges. Mixed speeds and location well as outing continued. Slider command improve as well with the ability to throw for strikes in positive and negative counts. Good student as well.