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2015 National Underclass West Showcase
Jarrett Diego (JD) Brooks is a 2017 3B/RHP/OF with a 6-2 195 lb. frame from Las Vegas, NV who attends Palo Verde HS. Large, athletic frame with broad shoulders and present physicality and looseness throughout well proportioned frame. Ran a 7.04 60-yard dash. Primary third baseman, moves well on feet, takes shorter steps to the ball, longer release with solid arm strength and carry across the diamond. Employs a big crow hop from the outfield, quick arm and gets on top of throws well, solid arm strength out of hand. Nice potential on the mound, works with a quick and compact arm action, hides the ball well and throws from a three-quarters arm slot. High leg lift up past belt, short stride down the mound with an up-tempo pace. Gets on top of fastball well with running life to arm side, up to 86 mph and consistently down in zone. Worked mostly off fastball, flashed a 12-6 curveball, slows arm action, flashed changeup in warmups. Righthanded hitter, begins with wide base and upright stance. Stays short to the ball, inside path with nice bat speed coming through the zone. Line drive swing plane, shows quickness to the barrel, steady contact to pul side, occasionally gets around the ball, strong hands. Named to National Underclass West Top Prospect List. Very good student.