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2019 SoCal Prospect Showcase
Alessandro Castro is a 2022 LHP/1B/OF with a 6-0 158 lb. frame from Tucson, AZ who attends Pusch Ridge Christian Academy. Medium slender frame with present athleticism. Posted a 7.02 second sixty yard dash time. Primary left handed pitcher, simple side step delivery that works into a mid to high leg lift. Works straight down the mound and stays tall throughout his motion. Short arm action that reaches down and back, then comes up to a three-quarters arm slot. 75-78 mph fastball possesses good action with late running life when located down in the zone. 1-to-7 shaped curveball possesses some depth but is still developing out pitch bite. Solid fade on the changeup which sits around 72 mph. From the outfield, reads the ball well, meticulous when fielding the ball. Fields out to the side, possesses fluidity from exchange to release. Solid arm with good carry. At the plate, uses an even stance with a low leg kick trigger. Still developing balance through his trigger, heavy weight shift causes him to land out on in front of his front side at times. Barrel path works uphill through the zone as he finishes high through extension. Uphill plane causes consistent top spin to pull side. Great student with a 3.7 GPA.