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2024 Midwest Uncommitted Prospect Showcase
Will Frederiksen is a 2026 1B/RHP/3B with a 6-3 215 lb. frame from Bettendorf, IA who attends Pleasant Valley. Large frame with broad shoulders and strength present throughout. Primary first baseman, shows the glove on-time and works through the baseball at a deliberate pace. Funneled it cleanly before releasing from a high three-quarters slot. Displayed developing lateral range and athleticism in the dirt. Delivered accurate throws across the diamond while recording arm strength up to 78 mph. Secondary right-handed pitcher, utilizes a full wind-up delivery from the first base side of the rubber with a leg lift up to the midsection. Hands break at the chest and into an inline arm path. Strides closed down the slope and gets over his front-side. Releases from a high three-quarters slot. Fastball showed some early life with good arm-side movement, ultimately peaking at 80 mph. Mixed in a bigger 12-6 curveball to mistime hitters. Located both pitches well and missed multiple barrels. Right-handed hitter, starts in an even, upright stance with a low hand set-up. Utilizes a quick stride for timing before working into a slightly downhill bat path. Limited lower-half usage in the operation with plenty of present strength in the hands. Impacts the baseball well to both gaps when timed up. Projects for more power with additional strength and mechanical refinement. Posted an exit velocity of 85 mph. Ran a 7.50 sixty-yard dash. Great student. Named to the 2024 Midwest Uncommitted Prospect Showcase Top Prospect List.