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2021 13U East Showcase
John Max Engstrom is a 2026 RHP/1B, 3B with a 5-8 156 lb. frame from Windermere, FL who attends The First Academy. Young, narrow shouldered frame, has room to fill throughout and develop moving forward. Ran a 9.42 60-yard dash. Primary right-handed pitcher, begins with a hands over the head delivery, high front lever coming down the mound adds deception; short arm action through the back and hides it well while getting to a high three-quarters release point which he repeats. Fastball topped out at 68 mph, short life to the pitch, incorporates lower half well and mixed an 11-5 shaped curveball with short shape up to 55 mph. Fields the ball out front at first base with two hands and a wider base, deliberate actions, short footwork off the bag and can continue to incorporate additional lower half, accuracy on throws. Right-handed hitter, begins with an open stance and a high hand set and back elbow at start; utilizes a high leg lift trigger for timing. Lowers hands at start of swing, has some timing components to mechanics, full swing path through the zone and shows ability to go the other way. Excellent student.