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2006 Uncommitted Showcase
John Rodriguez is a 2006 left handed pitcher and first baseman with a 5'10" 195 pound frame from Miami, Florida who attends Braddock High School. He has a stocky build with good strength. John has sound mechanics and good balance. He has a funky motion which throws hitters off some but he is still loose and easy. He throws from a high 3/4 arm slot and his fastball runs in at 76 mph. His curveball is his best pitch at 64 mph with good 12-6 break. He does have the ability to cut his fastball as well. Rodriguez is a left handed hitter with a line drive swing plane and a contact approach. He has a wide stance with good bat speed. His swing is short and he hits the ball to all fields. John is a crafty lefty who throws strikes to both sides of the plate who will keep hitters off balance.