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2016 Atlantic Coast Top Prospect Showcase
Brian Protesto is a 2017 C/RHP with a 6-1 160 lb. frame from Newtown Square, PA who attends Marple Newtown High School. Medium frame, lean, slender build, athleticism, and room to continue to fill out physically and add strength. Primary catcher, side saddle start, clean transfer skills, developing release, and raw arm strength. Posted a workout pop time of 2.18. At the plate, started with a narrow base, high hand set, high back elbow, and a leg lift timing mechanism. Worked consistently up the middle and to pull side with a direct to ball approach. Developing lower half mechanics and a longer swing. Will continue to improve with additional lower half mechanics. Also pitched, showed an online delivery, limited lower half drive, and a compact arm circle. Fastball worked 76-78 mph with arm side life to the pitch. Changeup stayed down in the zone and maintained arm speed. Also threw a knuckleball at 64 mph.