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2019 Atlantic Coast Prospect Showcase
Bailey Matela is a 2022 LHP/1B with a 6-4 190 lb. frame from Norfolk, VA who attends Greenbrier Christian Academy. Large frame with long, lean, highly-projectable build; ran 60 yard dash in 7.62 seconds. Primary lefthanded pitcher, smooth and easy mechanics, repeats well, higher slot release, fastball worked 77-82 mph with heavy sink and good ability to pitch to the edges, curveball with 12/6 shape and good depth, slider with tighter spin and tilt, threw all pitches for strikes and projects really well moving forward. Hits from even-based stance with high back elbow and toe tap trigger, hits off of backside, line drive swing plane with good contact skills. Worked out at first base, fields clean and transfers well, whippy arm stroke with good jump out of the hand, clocked up to 76 mph on throws. Good student, named to 2019 Atlantic Coast Showcase Top Prospect List.