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2017 Great Lakes Showcase
Michael Kennedy is a 2020 SS/RHP with a 5-11 155 lb. frame from New Lenox, IL who attends Lincoln Way West HS. Medium athletic build, plenty of room to get stronger, has physical projection. 7.53 runner, shows athleticism in his movements. Quick release defensively with a lower arm slot, solid arm strength with some carry and makes accurate throws, has good hands and stays balanced well. Right handed hitter, starts open but coils well in his trigger, upper body swing, has good hands and creates some bat speed, line drive approach and will hit to all fields, can use his lower half better to generate more bat speed. Also pitched, deceptive delivery with a slow pace through his balance point and an explosion to home plate, 3/4's arm slot, arm is loose and easy. Fastball topped out at 80 mph, mostly straight with good angle. Curveball is soft but with good depth but he throws it for strikes and is confident using it any time in the count. Good overall young athlete who will continue to improve with physical maturity. Good student.