LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2017 National Underclass Showcase-Main Event
Jonathan McMath is a 2020 LHP/1B with a 6-3 165 lb. frame from Brooksville, FL who attends Nature Coast Technical HS. Recorded a 7.77 second 60-yard dash time. Large build with excellent physical projection remaining on the frame. Primary lefthanded pitcher with a simple side step into a leg lift above the belt. Tight arm action and releases from a higher three-quarters arm slot. Fastball recorded up to 81 mph with good arm side life. Online delivery and likes to elevate the fastball to attack hitters. Good feel for the breaking ball with a good out in front release. 1/7 shape with good depth and maintained arm speed on the pitch. Balanced delivery and maintains velocity well. Flashed a changeup as well. Secondary first baseman with a wide base and shorter arm path. Throws recorded up to 74 mph across. Lefthanded hitter with a wide base, high hand set, and a high back elbow. Finds the barrel well and can create pop to the pull side. Shorter to the ball with a slightly open stance. Some looseness to the hands and can improve by incorporating more usage of the lower half. Good student.