LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2019 Fall Atlantic Coast Showcase
Leighton Finley is a 2022 SS/RHP with a 6-4 190 lb. frame from Richmond Hill, GA who attends Richmond Hill. Large to Extra-Large frame with a lean, wiry build showing plenty of room to fill out down the road. Very projectable build with long limbs and a high waist. Ran a 6.95 second sixty yard dash with long strides and athletic movements. Primary Shortstop showing a good first step with smooth actions to and around the baseball. Range showing as well. Funnels the baseball cleanly and then gets it out of hand in a hurry. Strong arm showing carry as he topped out at 81 MPH across the diamond while he proved to be accurate as well. Great feel for the position. Secondary Righthanded pitcher showing smooth, easy mechanics as he drove down the mound utilizing his frame. Compact arm action delivering from an over the top arm slot. Pounded the strike-zone while he ran his fastball up to 86 MPH. Mixed in a slurvy curveball as well that he landed for strikes. Showing signs of pitch-ability. Would make a big jump with another approach as he shows all the tools necessary to succeed on the bump. Righthanded hitter starting with a slight bat wrap before working into a shorter swing path. Bat speed showing to be plus as he proved he could drive the baseball with ease. Gap to gap guy showing complete control of the barrel. Great instincts on the base-paths as well. Great hand-eye coordination at the plate with a patient approach as he looks for his pitch. Outstanding Student. Named to Fall Atlantic Coast Top Prospect List.