LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2018 Sunshine Northeast Showcase
Nicholas Mancuso is a 2020 RHP/1B, 3B with a 6-1 185 lb. frame from Wayne, NJ who attends Wayne Valley. Primary pitcher with a large frame and longer limbs that is projectable and has room to fill out. Has an ease to his delivery with a simplified approach, shows lower half innervation with hip turn at the top of the leg lift, maintains solid direction to the plate and repeats well. Arm circle in the back is compact and clean, works from a high 3/4 slot that reaches good extension out front through a full follow through. Creates arm side run and solid downhill plane when on top of the fastball, which sits in the upper 60's, topping at 71 mph. Curveball has depth and shorter 11/5 shape, throws strikes and is around the zone consistently. Has projectable size at first base with softer hands and developing footwork. Displayed a short transfer to throw starting double plays and has accuracy to the bases. Hits from an upright and narrow stance with a pull side approach at the plate. Shows slight weight shift into contact with a flat bat path through the zone and good hands. Good student.