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2016 Spring Top Prospect Showcase
Nolan Melchert is a 2017 C/3B/1B with a 6-1 225 lb. frame from Davenport, IA who attends Assumption HS. Very strong and thick athletic build, especially in the lower half. Right handed hitter, straight spread stance. Hits from a still hand start with no shift or rhythm into contact, rotational upper body swing, has the strength and raw bat speed to hit but will need to incorporate his strong lower half into his swing. Catching and throwing mechanics are similar to his hitting mechanics. Tends to stay back on his heals receiving and throwing, little gain or footwork throwing, has very good arm strength that would jump forward with different lower half use throwing. Very good athlete who should improve with adjustments. Good student.