LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2023 National Underclass Showcase-Main Event
Hayden Porter is a 2025 RHP/IF with a 6-1 175 lb. frame from Brandon, FL who attends Bloomingdale. Long, lean build with a medium current frame and a ton of room to add physicality. Ran the 60-yard dash in 7.33 seconds. Primary position infielder, showing solid lateral mobility and good overall range. Presents the glove nicely out front, showing smooth glove work securing the ball with ease. Longer transfer from the midline into full arm path and 3/4 arm angle release flashing throws up to 82 mph across the diamond. Reps in the outfield as well with similar actions and even more arm strength up to 87 mph here. Secondary RHP, using the hybrid type windup, reaching a tall balance point and breaking hands at the belly as he works into a shallow inline arm path. Loose arm action accelerating through a lower-3/4 arm angle. Turns hard in the core and works over the front side repeating release point. Fastball with ride up to 83 mph and above average spin at 2,300+. Slider profiles as power out-pitch in the low-70s and good spin traits. Struck out 5 batters in 2.0 iP in game action. Right handed hitter, with solid swing mechanics and emerging overall strength in the hands at impact. Showed best impact to the pull side and stayed on the barrel with regularity. Performed well in game with the stick and is a tremendous student as well.