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2018 14U West Showcase
Michael Masunas is a 2022 LHP/1B, OF with a 6-0 210 lb. frame from Tucson, AZ who attends Sabino. Large, broad shouldered frame with present strength throughout, strong lower half and incorporate wells into game. Ran an 8.84 60-yard dash. Primary lefthanded pitcher, works exclusively out of the stretch, uses a leg lift up to belt at balance point with slight hip turn while getting tall on backside. Shorter arm stroke through the back and hides the ball well working to a three-quarters release point; on line stride with lower half. Fastball topped out at 72 mph, showed short running life and occasional plane, filled the zone while pitching to contact. Short curveball with 1-7 shape, slider showed tighter rotation up to 66 mph. Keeps throws low to the ground from first base, fields the ball out front and works on top of the ball well, fields out front and shows a fuller arm action. Short steps to the ball in the outfield, quick transfer with developing actions. Lefthanded hitter, begins with a wide base and a square stance in the box. Loads hands back at start, upper body dominant swing, full path through the zone. Can continue to incorporate additional weight shift through lower half, worked all fields with best contact to pull side. Excellent student.