LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2018 West Academic Showcase
Ryan Harney is a 2019 RHP/ with a 5-11 140 lb. frame from Upland, CA who attends Upland. Medium frame with a lean build. Frame projects to support additional strength. Primary right handed pitcher who worked exclusively from the stretch. Medium leg lift and stays balanced on back side at gather. Worked to the plate with drop and drive lower half actions. Lands slightly closed on front side and released from a side arm slot. Carries body to arm side at finish. Fastball came out of hand cleanly producing some sink to the bottom of the zone in the upper 60's to low 70's, topped at 74 miles per hour. Slider showed 9/4 shape with loose spin and good sweep to glove side in the low 60's. Looked to challenge hitters to the bottom of the zone and induce weak contact with both offerings. Also worked out defensively from the outfield showing smooth paced footwork while closing to the baseball. Worked through pick up well and showed a loose glove circle at exchange. Released from a lower three-quarters arm slot generating uphill carry to the bag topping at 76 miles per hour. Right handed hitter with an upright, narrow stance. Stays balanced throughout swing with a slightly lifted barrel plane. Primarily looked to work to the middle of the field and generated some carry to the gaps when on time and squared. Good student as well.