LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2019 Jr. National Showcase
Cody Howard is a 2021 RHP/OF with a 6-0 180 lb. frame from Conroe, TX who attends The Woodlands. Large, athletic frame with square shoulders and a lean, projectable build with room to fill throughout. Ran a 6.90 60-yard dash. Primary righthanded pitcher, simple and on line delivery with an up-tempo pace, high leg lift up past belt, shows a quick arm stroke through the back working to a higher three-quarters release point. Athleticism plays on the mound, shows comfort and ability to drop slot with intent to provide different look, fastball topped out at 89 mph, shows occasional cut from higher slot and more running life from lower slot. Worked ahead with fastball and filled the strike zone, slider up to 78 mph with short depth; good hand speed on changeup up to 80 mph, lowers slot but able to generate fading life to it. Fields the ball out front with two hands in the outfield, extra steps through release but shows big arm strength and carry, follows through well, quick arm, can continue to refine overall mechanics. Righthanded hitter, begins with a wide base and a high hand set and back elbow at the plate; limited shift through lower half but does an ice job of getting extended out front with occasional lift. Long swing path through the zone, works to pull side well and shows ability to fine the barrel, upper body dominant swing and can implement lower half into swing better moving forward. Good student. Verbal commitment to Baylor.