LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2012 Northern California Showcase
Justin Kottinger is a 2015 LHP/1B with a 5-10 150 lb. frame from Stockton, CA who attends Bear Creek HS. Smaller young build, has the frame to add strength and grow. Works from the stretch, very compact arm action, high 3/4's arm slot, tends to pull head and upper body off hard at release, throws fastball, curveball and change up. Left handed hitter, has some raw bat speed for his age, tends to pull off front side early, line drive swing plane, contact to all fields, ball comes off the barrel pretty well. Shows defensive tools at first base, good footwork, soft hands, quick release and accurate throws. Young player who should continue to improve. Good student.