LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2020 Fall Atlantic Coast Showcase
Joe Gordon is a 2022 1B/RHP/3B with a 5-11 165 lb. frame from Midlothian, VA who attends Midlothian. Medium athletic build with lots of room to get stronger. 7.69 runner in the sixty. Has very good defensive actions at first base, quick feet in his turns, quick transfer and release on his throws and makes accurate throws, looked like he had the skills and tools to play third base. Right handed hitter, hits from a straight stance with a short stride into his swing, swings hard, big hand drop load to start his swing leaves his hands out of position, making adjustments to his swing will be key to his development. Also pitched, fast paced delivery, upper body will get out in front of his arm at times, has an aggressive mindset on the mound. Fastball topped out at 83 mph, mostly straight. Curveball had good downer depth and flashed potential. Can continue to improve on the mound with more consistent mechanics as the arm strength and ability to spin the ball are there. Excellent student.