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2017 West Academic Showcase
David Nakamura is a 2018 LHP/OF with a 5-8 160 lb. frame from Hilo, HI who attends Waiakea. Compact frame with a lean build. Projects for additional size with strength. Primary left handed pitcher with a simple, smooth paced rock step delivery. Stays flexed on back side at gather and works to the plate with drop and drive actions. Lands at slightly closed position creating some cross fire at release. Loose arm circle at take back and primarily released from a mid three-quarters arm slot. Generated some downward angle through the zone with a fastball that sat in the mid 70's, topped at 77 miles per hour. Slider had 2/8 shape with loose spin and occasional tilt to glove side in the mid 60's. Consistently located down in the zone and induced weak contact throughout each inning of work. Left handed hitter with an even, balanced stance and large front side trigger. Stays on back side and works to contact with rotational actions. Direct path to contact with an uphill plane through extension. Looks to connect with baseball out front and generate lift. Flashed some bat speed when on time that created good carry to the gaps. Excellent student.