LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2015 Mid Atlantic Underclass Showcase
Cody Whitten is a 2017 LHP/1B with a 6-1 160 lb. frame from Forest, VA who attends Jefferson Forest HS. Medium frame, has a long and slender build, plenty of room to fill out physically as he continues to put on additional muscle. Posted a 7.73 60-yard dash. Primary left-handed pitcher, throws from a 3/4 arm slot, compact through the backside, showed good quickness to arm action, full hand path. Displayed tempo and rhythm to delivery, leg lift to the belt, short stride, tall on backside, stays online,. Fastball has running life, is able to get it inside on right-handed hitters, very effective down in the zone. Changeup shows fade to arm side, really good feel for it. Curveball has 1/7 shape, lots of depth, strikeout pitch potential. Is able to throw all three pitches for strikes. From the infield, fields the ball out in front, showed good hands and a clean transfer. Has compact arm action on throws, good arm strength with carry on throws. At the plate, starts with a wide base, high hand set, and high back elbow. Small leg lift trigger into load. Short hands to the ball, gets the barrel through the zone, natural lift in swing with carry, solid extension throughout. Good tools that project as he continues to develop. Excellent student. Named to Mid Atlantic Under Top Prospect List.