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2022 13U/14U Sunshine West Showcase
Derek Cardenas is a 2026 SS/RHP, 2B, MIF, IF, OF with a 5-7 140 lb. frame from Tehachapi, CA who attends Tehachapi. Recorded a 8.13 second 60-yard dash time. Primary shortstop with medium frame and slender build. Solid two-hand gather out front and hands work to the backhand side. Gets around the ball and works through it with throws from a lower 3/4 arm slot across at 64 mph. Added size and strength in young frame should increase velocity and accuracy across the diamond. Secondary right-handed pitcher with a closed front side from stretch only set. Low hands set with leg lift to high belt and medium arm swing behind getting down the slope. Fastball up to 70 mph (1874 RPM) and breaking ball around 60 mph. Right-handed hitter with a narrow base and open stance. Simple load with high back elbow and slight weight shift to backside before launch. Gets extension with pull-side approach and linear bat path. Controlled operation with clean stroke and barrel awareness through the zone.