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2018 Northeast Indoor Showcase
Alexander Russo is a 2019 RHP/C, 1B, 3B with a 6-0 180 lb. frame from Albertson, NY who attends Chaminade. Big build with present strength especially in the lower half. Ran a 5.70 second 40 yard dash. Primary righthanded pitcher, begins windup with a side step up to a high leg lift with a leg tuck at balance point, compact arm action up to a high 3/4 slot, online and deliberate delivery, short stride down the mound, should utilize lower half more in delivery, creates some angle when down in the zone, effortless release. Fastball shows varying life to armside and sinking action, fastball topped out at 79 mph, mixed in a curveball in the low- to mid-60s. Also took reps in the infield, fields the ball out in front with developing hands, full arm circle through the back into throws, average arm strength across with accuracy to the bag, topped out at 75 mph across the diamond. Lefthanded hitter, even stance, high hand set with a high back elbow, should utilize a weight shift into contact for added pop and bat speed, easy swing hitting the ball out in front, some angle and lift at point of contact, line drive to the middle of the field for best contact. Good student.