LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2015 Northwest Showcase
Aidan Johnson is a 2018 RHP/1B with a 6-0 176 lb. frame from Portland, OR who attends Grant HS. Medium, lean build. On the mound shows a mid 3/4 arm slot with the ability to stay on top of pitches. Big arm side sink and run with the fastball that ranges from 75-77 mph. Shows a shorter slider with improving depth each inning, topped at 65 mph. Flashed a changeup with a very deceptive arm speed topping at 68 mph. Mixed in changeup more often in later innings. Shows command of all pitches with the ability to mix in positive and negative counts. Maintained velocity throughout appearance and produced soft groundball contact from hitters. Right handed hitter with large leg lift trigger. Triggers causes some timing issues at times. Uses a mid-field approach with a downhill swing path that produces line drive, ground ball contact. Has the ability to stays behind the baseball well that allows for opposite field contact. Defensively worked out at first base. Showed a loose arm action that produced accurate throws across the infield. Fundamental footwork coming off the bag and surrounding the baseball. Shows some glove skills with a tendecy to become stiff at times. Outstanding student.