LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2014 National Underclass Showcase-Main Event
Jorge Hernando is a 2016 1B/RHP/3B with a 5-11 220 lb. frame from West Palm Beach, FL who attends Forest Hill HS. Thick stocky strong build, especially in the lower half. Right handed hitter, big shift into contact from a spread set, swings hard and doesn't get cheated, gets off balance at times with stride in and effort in swing, flashes power when he squares it up, has the strength to drive the ball from a more balanced approach, tools to develop as a hitter. Sound delivery mechanics on the mound, 3/4's to lower arm slot, easy low effort arm action. Fastball topped out at 80 mph, gets good arm side running action. Change up shows same type of life and fade, tends to wrap wrist on soft curveball.