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2013 California Underclass Showcase
Julian McDonald is a 2016 RHP/OF with a 6-1 170 lb. frame from Encinitas, CA who attends La Costa Canyon. Large, long frame, lean projectable build, athletic, high waist. Right-handed pitcher who works from a low three quarter arm slot with long arm action in back. Effortless arm, loose out front, good arm speed, and ball comes out clean. Balanced, repeatable delivery. Gets run on fastball which sat 82-84 mph, projects for more. Maintains arm speed on changeup with fade, potential plus pitch. Flashed an 11/5 slurve at 68 mph. Shows the same arm strength in outfield, occasionally gets under his throws. Left-handed batter who hits from an upright stance and uses a leg lift trigger. Sound approach with good bat speed, attacks the baseball. Bright future on the mound. Good student, named to Top Prospect List.