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Jun 06, 2013 - Jun 08, 2013     
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Alec Rash
RHP 6-5 200   R/R
FB
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
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CB
SL
CH
Split
Knuckle
5/22/12: Alec Rash first appeared on the Perfect Game radar as a slender 6-foot-2, 165-pound Des Moines (Iowa) area sophomore throwing up to 87 mph in the 2009 Perfect Game Fall League. At that point Rash threw from an extended over the top release point with a hard downhill angle to the plate, and while he was a primary fastball pitcher, he’d mix in a very occasional downer curveball around 72 mph. Rash improved rapidly over the next eight months and topped out at 91 mph with an improved 75 mph curveball at a 2010 Perfect Game Junior National Showcase the following June. However, Rash moved to Alabama that summer to live with his mother and attended Pelham High School in suburban Birmingham as a junior. While in Alabama, Rash changed his arm action to a lower and tighter three-quarters release point that had more of an effect on his breaking ball than on his fastball, especially as Rash still had a relatively short stride out front and worked downhill with his fastball even with his new release point. He topped out at 92 mph with a more sweeping 78 slurve-type breaking ball at the 2011 Perfect Game National Showcase. Rash moved back to Iowa to live with his father for his senior year in 2011-2012 and filled out to a wiry strong 6-foot-5, 195-pounds. He has the type of frame that could put on a few more pounds as he matures, but Rash will likely always be tall and slender. Rash has taken the next step as a pitching prospect this spring to the point where he will probably be on teams' draft boards in the compensation to second round area, and has already established himself as Iowa’s top pitching prospect since Jeremy Hellickson, who somehow lasted until the fourth round of the 2005 draft. The most notable thing has been the jump in Rash’s velocity. He has been steadily pitching at 91-94 mph during PG Iowa Spring League games this spring and sat between 93-95 mph during the PG Pre-Draft Showcase before a huge crowd of scouts on May 14. Rash’s fastball not only has plus velocity but also shows plus late sink and bore when he gets it down in the strike zone. His very fast and compact arm stroke does a very good job hiding the ball from the hitter and might even add another effective mph or two to his velocity as hitters don’t pick up the ball well. Rash’s breaking ball has also evolved this spring. Back in March and April he was throwing a 78-81 mph slurve that was caught between a curveball and a slider and not succeeding at being either. Rash has made adjustments, however, and perhaps the most impressive part of his performance at the Pre-Draft Showcase was his 83-85 mph true slider, that flashed big depth at times, was a far superior pitch to what he was throwing earlier in the spring. Rash has definite changeup potential as well. He throws a very nice 81-83 mph change with plus sinking action during warm ups and bullpens, but tends to get a bit over-excited throwing it in games and overthrows it at 85-87 mph, throwing through the sink and deception area. But the pitch is there when he gets the repetitions and confidence to throw it with his established mechanics. One thing scouts may not fully recognize about Rash is just how good an athlete he is. This video shows some of the things that Rash can do on the basketball court; pay attention to the plays at the 3:48 and 4:13 marks. Yes, it’s Iowa high school basketball, but that’s still impressive athleticism on any court.




May 14, 2012 - May 14, 2012   Red  29
Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium - Cedar Rapids, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-5 200   R/R
FB
95
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
93-95
CB
SL
83
CH
86
Split
Knuckle
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Alec Rash is a 2012 RHP with a 6-5 200 lb. frame from Adel, IA who attends ADM HS. Loose wiry build, will get stronger but might not add much bulk. Tall delivery with lightning quick, compact arm action, hides ball in back, works downhill well, improved consistency and mechanics since early spring. Electric fastball, 93-95 mph with plenty of 95's, plus sink and bore when down in zone. Much improved breaking ball, more a true slider shape and spin, still inconsistent but flashes plus at times. Overthrows change up in game, shows nice feel for pitch in warm ups. Excellent athlete who keeps improving, very high ceiling talent. Signed with Missouri.
PG Grade 10.0




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Alec Rash P 2012 PG National Pre-Draft Showcase
Apr 21, 2012 - Apr 22, 2012   Navy  17
Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium - Cedar Rapids, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-5 195   R/R
FB
94
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
90-94
CB
SL
81
CH
84
Split
Knuckle
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Alec Rash is a 2012 RHP with a 6-5 200 lb. frame from Adel, IA who attends ADM HS. Tall slender athletic build, not the type frame that is going to fill out that much. Tall delivery, gathers over the rubber well, accelerates hard to the plate, high compact arm circle, tight 3/4's release, very fast arm. Fastball topped at 94 mph, comfort zone at 90-92 for 3 innings, consistent run and sink down in zone, spotted FB well after settling down. Flashed quality change up with plus life, tends to overthrow it, best at 78-80 mph. Slurve type breaking ball, caught between slider and curveball, slider shape but not true slider power, can create spin, though. Highest level prospect with three pitches, excellent athleticism and plenty of projection. Signed with Missouri.
PG Grade 10.0




Mar 17, 2012 - May 06, 2012   Red  23
Various Ballparks- Iowa - -, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-5 195   R/R
FB
95
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
91-94
CB
SL
82
CH
84
Split
Knuckle




Feb 11, 2012 - Feb 12, 2012   Green  30
Perfect Game Indoor Facility - Cedar Rapids, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-5 190   R/R
FB
93
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
91-93
CB
78
SL
81
CH
83
Split
Knuckle
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Alec Rash is a 2012 RHP with a 6-5 190 lb. frame from Adel, IA who attends ADM HS. Tall loose athletic build, room to fill out. Simple turn and throw delivery, compact 3/4's release point, hides ball well, very fast arm coming through. Steady low 90's fastball, more 93's than 91's, fastball heavy with good sink, explodes on hitters, stays down in zone with FB, maintains velocity from stretch + well. Nice change up with arm speed and hard sink could use more often. Stuck between curveball and slider this outing, flashes quality spin but inconsistent spin/shape. basketball player, may not even be in pitching shape. High ceiling talent who could be premium draft pick. Signed with Missouri.
PG Grade 10.0




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Alec Rash P 2012 Pitcher/Catcher Indoor Showcase
Sep 30, 2011 - Oct 03, 2011   Iowa Select Red  42
Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium - Cedar Rapids, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-5 190   R/R
FB
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
CB
SL
CH
Split
Knuckle
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Sep 03, 2011 - Oct 09, 2011   Iowa Select Red  42
Various Ballparks- Iowa - -, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-5 190   R/R
FB
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
CB
SL
CH
Split
Knuckle




Aug 27, 2011 - Aug 28, 2011   Royal  8
Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium - Cedar Rapids, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-5 190   R/R
FB
92
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
89-91
CB
80
SL
CH
Split
Knuckle
Related Scout Blogs 
Alec Rash is a 2012 RHP with a 6-5 190 lb. frame from Adel, IA who attends ADM. Long, strong pitcher's build with room to fill out. Throws from high 3/4 arm slot. Stays tall and throws downhill on a good angle. Mechanics are online and very repeatable. Short stride with not much effort in delivery. Arm works very well with ball jumping out of hand. Fastball consistently around 90, topping at 92 with arm side run. Good deception and arm speed on 80 mph curveball with hard slurvy break. Ability to consistently throw strikes with both pitches. High follow arm to watch.
PG Grade 10.0




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Alec Rash P 2011 Midwest Top Prospect Showcase
Jun 16, 2011 - Jun 19, 2011   2-Gold  7
City of Palms Park - Ft. Myers, FL
Alec Rash
RHP 6-4 180   R/R
FB
92
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
88-91
CB
78
SL
CH
82
Split
Knuckle
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Alec Rash is a 2012 RHP/ with a 6-4 180 lb. frame from Des Moines, IA who attends ADM.. Long loose body, very projectable. Standard leg raise delivery, stays tall, compact arm action, tight high 3/4's release point, quick arm circle, has shortened up over the last year, arm works well. Fastball to 92 mph, mostly straight with good downhill angle, maintains velo well from the stretch, throws fastball to spots. Varies break/shape on curveball, some big sweeping shape, others shorter downer break. Nice feel for change, good life, should throw more. Has all the pitches and should keep getting better.
PG Grade 10.0




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Alec Rash P 2011 National Showcase
Jun 15, 2010 - Jun 16, 2010   Maroon  20
Tropicana Field - St. Petersburg, FL
Alec Rash
RHP 6-4 180   R/R
FB
91
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
88-90
CB
75
SL
CH
Split
Knuckle
Alec Rash is a 2012 RHP/ with a 6-4 180 lb. frame from Adel, IA who attends Adel-DeSoto-Minburn. Rash is a very interesting pitching prospect with a quick arm, good pace to his delivery, pitches down in the zone, maintains fastball velo, flashed good curveball spin with sharp downer break, arm works, high ceiling, needs to be watched very closely.
PG Grade 10.0




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Alec Rash P 2010 Jr National Showcase
Apr 24, 2010 - Apr 25, 2010   Texas Orange  4
Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium - Cedar Rapids, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-4 180   R/R
FB
89
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
83-87
CB
SL
77
CH
75
Split
Knuckle
Alec Rash is a 2012 RHP with a 6'4'', 180 lb. frame from Adel, IA who attends Adel-DeSoto-Minburn HS. Young athletic build, should get stronger. Very directional delivery, overhand released but not forced, loose arm front and back, throws downhill. Lots of variety in fastball velocity, all the way from 83-89 mph, mostly straight, flashed a decent 77 mph slider and occasional mid 70's change but mostly throws FB's now. All the makings of a future low 90's thrower at least. High ceiling prospect.
PG Grade 9.5




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Alec Rash P 2010 Spring Top Prospect Showcase
Mar 21, 2010 - May 02, 2010   Red  4
Washington HS - Cedar Rapids, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-2 165   R/R
FB
89
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
86-88
CB
72
SL
CH
Split
Knuckle
Alec Rash is a 2012 RHP with a 6'4'', 180 lb. frame from Adel, IA who attends Adel-DeSoto-Minburn. Tall projectable build, arm works, arm strength, arm speed, projectable velocity, lower leg lift, across body some, throws downhill, will make jump getting lower half working better, high level prospect.




Sep 25, 2009 - Sep 28, 2009   Iowa Select Navy  24
Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium - Cedar Rapids, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-2 165   R/R
FB
85
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
79-85
CB
SL
71
CH
Split
Knuckle




Aug 29, 2009 - Oct 04, 2009   Iowa Select Navy  24
Various Ballparks- Iowa - -, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-2 165   R/R
FB
87
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
83-86
CB
72
SL
75
CH
74
Split
Knuckle




Aug 22, 2009 - Aug 23, 2009   Gold  3
Kirkwood CC - Cedar Rapids, IA
Alec Rash
RHP 6-2 165   R/R
FB
86
60
40
OF
IF
1B
C
Pop
Range
84-86
CB
71
SL
75
CH
74
Split
Knuckle
Alec Rash is a 2012 RHP/OF with a 6'2'', 165 lb. frame from Adel, IA who attends Adel-DeSoto-Minburn HS. Slender young build, broad shoulders. Slow paced back turn delivery, short stride/hard front leg, OH release point, throws downhill, arm is smooth out front. Good arm strength for age, mid 80's fastball, topped at 86 mph, occ run on FB, hard front side makes release point inconsistent, gets over CB well, some CB's had SL like spin, shows some feel for off speed. Young and has very nice arm. Named to Top Prosepct team.
PG Grade 8.5




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Alec Rash Hitting 2009 Midwest Underclass Showcase
Alec Rash P 2009 Midwest Underclass Showcase
Alec Rash OF 2009 Midwest Underclass Showcase
Alec Rash 60 2009 Midwest Underclass Showcase