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2019 Ohio Valley Prospect Showcase
Kaden Wise is a 2021 LHP/OF with a 5-11 155 lb. frame from Columbus, IN who attends Columbus East. Medium frame with an athletic build. Frame projects for additional strength. Primary left handed pitcher with a simple side step to high leg lift delivery. Works to the plate with drop and drive lower half actions. Lands at a slightly open position with front side and carries momentum to glove side at finish. Quick arm circle at take back and released from a high three-quarters slot. Fastball generated some jump out of hand with occasional run to arm side in the mid 70's, topped at 77 mph. Breaking ball showed 1/7 shape with looser spin and good depth when staying on top of offering. Also flashed a changeup that created some fade to arm side in the upper 70's. Consistently located within the zone and effectively changed speeds. Also worked out defensively from the outfield showing smooth, clean footwork while closing to the baseball. Funnels out front and worked through exchange well. Released from a three-quarters slot producing on line carry to the bag at 77 mph. Left handed hitter with an upright, slightly open stance and simple leg lift trigger. Works to contact with rotational lower half actions. Inside hand path to baseball with a lifted barrel plane through extension. Showed developing feel for the barrel while employing a mid field to pull side approach. Good student.