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2022 Southwest Prospect Showcase
Tapio Niemoija is a 2025 RHP/3B, OF with a 6-1 170 lb. frame from Inver Grove Heights, MN who attends Simley. Features a bigger build with strength present. Primary right-handed pitcher. Utilizes a semi-windup delivery into drop and drive mechanics down the mound. Throws from a 3/4 slot using a short arm action. Fastball got up to 81 mph with slight armside run. Throws it for strikes often with occasional whiffs at the top of the zone. Pairs it with a curveball at 64-66 mph with slurve action. Has feel for the offering, landing it for strikes often. Can create quality depth when spun well. Showed the ability to maintain armspeed on low-70’s changeup. Will get slight fading action at times. Worked out on the infield and in the outfield. Charged the ball hard in the outfield. Still developing fluidity through the catchpoint. Threw 81 mph during workouts. Makes the routine play on the dirt. Range profiles well for a corner spot. Arm strength translates on throws across the diamond. Right-handed hitter. Utilizes an even base stance. Shifts weight hard onto the backside. Swings on a slight uppercut path with some hand speed present. Swings with good intent. Should get more consistent impact at contact as the barrel accuracy continues to develop. Ran a 7.28 60-yard dash. Excellent student.