LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2020 National Underclass East Showcase
Benjamin Bernknopf is a 2021 RHP/C, IF, OF with a 6-0 155 lb. frame from Boca Raton, FL who attends Boca Raton Community. The primary pitcher has a lot of room to fill out his wiry athletic frame. He ran a 7.19 in the sixty yard dash. The right-hander has good tempo in the delivery with no extra movements to add velocity. The arm swing on the back is a full circle with some depth and a high 3/4 release. Some sink to the fastball when extended. Has good direction and repeats his arm swing well allowing him to land his curveball that has good bite to it. Flashed a change up with has arm side run. Still has projection left. Pounded the zone. He worked out in three spots. On the infield he is light on his feet with soft hands and good lateral movement. The arm shows carry and he can get rid of the ball quickly. In the outfield he is aggressive closing to the ball gaining good momentum through the transfer and release. Behind the plate, he starts narrow and gets tall as he gains ground, quick transfer and release while registering a 2.01 pop time. The right-handed hitter starts with high hands and very little movement with them. Knee to knee lift and works his body forward with a flat swing plane. Line drive path. Solid feel for the barrel and looks to pull. Excellent student.