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2023 13U/14U Sunshine West Showcase
Aden Manning is a 2027 1B/LHP/OF with a lean 5-10 140 lb. frame from Bakersfield, CA who attends Liberty. Started the event off clocking a fast 7.19 60-yard dash. A primary first baseman that pitches as well. Defensively, Manning showed the ability to make all the required plays and throw from first base. Used the proper footwork/glove techniques work through the baseball. Arm is accurate and shows promise. At the plate, he starts in a traditional stance with a lot of pre-swing movement allowing him to get in rhythm and on time. Showed the ability to barrel up the baseball consistently, use the whole field and drive balls in the gaps with intent. Has good feel to hit in-game as well. Big leg raise in the delivery with a side-step start, straddles rubber. Features a 3-pitch mix (FB, CB, CH) out of a 3/4 slot. The arm works well once he gets moving down the mound, doesn't always get over his front side and gets too rotational, but has big running life on the fastball at times. Snapped off some nice curveballs and could throw it more. Good feel for changeup as well using good arm speed. Cruised once he started mixing it up.