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2018 Norcal Prospect Showcase
Richard Garcia III is a 2020 LHP/OF with a 5-10 145 lb. frame from Stockton, CA who attends Lincoln HS. Young athletic build with lots of room to get stronger. Bent over delivery with a leg lift start, 3/4's arm slot, long arm action in back,accelerates to the plate well and is on time in his delivery. Fastball topped out at 74 mph, maintained his velocity very well through 4 innings, has the ability to work to both sides of the plate, good running action at times. Nice change up with good arm speed and deception. Soft slow curveball gets hitters off balance. Threw strikes and had an idea what he was doing on the mound. Right handed hitter, spread stance with a limited shift to contact, short swing with a mid field line drive approach.