2023 Miami World Series: Scout Notes

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Hector Escobar ('24,FL) Miami Christian - Wiry right-hander with a very smooth delivery, creating easy velo. Boasts a big arm, complemented by advanced feel for the breaking ball and changeup. Fills up the zone with all three pitches, including a hoppy fastball with late life at the top, reaching up to 89. Uncommitted.

Willy Mendez ('24,FL) Miami Christian - Physical lefty bat with a smooth, compact stroke, consistently hitting the ball hard. Displays prowess in center field. Committed to MDC.

Cristian De los Santos ('25,FL) Miami Christian - Big-bodied righty bat with substantial power from the right side. At 6’3 and 215 pounds, despite being only 17, he is committed to UM. Showcased his power by smashing one off the wall against a solid high-velocity arm in the 4th inning.

Daniel Bravo ('24,FL) Braddock Bulldogs - Solid showing from this right-hander, reaching up to 89 today and consistently sitting in the upper 8s. Displays late life on the heater and, at only 17, shows pitchability and tenacity on the slope. Uncommitted senior.

Fabio Peralta ('24,FL) Miami Christian - Very talented, physical, toolsy outfielder committed to the U. Loose and confident in the box, with a 6.5 runner speed.

Alejandro Abreut ('25,FL) Miami Christian - Strong 6’3, 200 lbs 1B/OF with a powerful lower half, making hard contact and exhibiting good plate discipline. Very athletic at 1B with solid footwork. Currently uncommitted.

Willy Mendez ('24,FL) Miami Christian - A 6’1 CF/RF with a strong and athletic frame. Demonstrates great plate discipline and a good eye for pitch recognition. Committed to MDC.

Manny Sanchez ('25,FL) Braddock Bulldogs - A 5’11, 175 lbs SS/2B utilizing his strong, athletic frame to drive the ball to all parts of the field. Trusts his hands and catches up to elevated fastballs. Currently uncommitted.

Mario Magana ('25,FL) Braddock Bulldogs - A 6’3, 195 lbs SS with the potential to be a big prospect. Displays a big athletic frame, a smooth swing with power, and good fundamentals at SS. Committed to Miami (FL).

Mike Palenzuela ('24,FL) Miami Christian - A 5’11 OF/LHP with the potential to be an excellent leadoff. Displays excellent barrel control, battles in the box, and fights off tough pitches. Committed to FIU.

Dylan Fernandez ('26,FL) Mater Academy - A 6’3 OF with a strong frame and good bat control. A patient hitter who uses the whole field. A good runner on the base paths. Currently uncommitted.

Corey Rodriguez ('24, FL) South Dade HS - A 5’10 SS driving this pitch to LF for a double. Smooth swing with plus speed on the bases. Very effective out of the leadoff position. Currently uncommitted.

Ernie Echevarría ('24, FL) Belen Jesuit - A 5’11 C with a strong presence in the box and tons of power. Has the ability to be a dominant cleanup hitter. Solid arm behind the plate. Currently uncommitted.

Zahir Barjam ('25,FL) Christopher Columbus HS - A powerful player with a solid frame, Barjam demonstrates a strong command of the barrel and the strike zone. He showcased his ability with a loud barrel to center field, and his agility and strong arm make him a promising uncommitted prospect.

Diego Santos ('24,FL) ABF Academy - Santos, with a lean and athletic build, impresses with his disciplined plate approach and the ability to drive the ball to all fields. Behind the plate, he exhibits a quick transfer and a strong arm. Uncommitted.

Jason Vasquez ('25,FL) Christopher Columbus HS - Vasquez, an assertive pitcher, effectively attacks hitters early with an 87MPH fastball and a mid-70s slider. His ability to navigate all quadrants of the strike zone while maintaining a consistent tempo makes him a standout on the mound. Uncommitted.

Alan Soler ('25,FL) True North Classical Academy - With a lengthy and wiry frame, Soler displays promising potential. His fastball, reaching up to 86MPH and moving East to West, coupled with a consistent tempo, showcases his pitching prowess and high-energy approach. Uncommitted.

Michael Say ('25,FL) Christopher Columbus HS - Athletic frame, delivers a repeatable and effective pitching motion. His fastball, touching 92MPH, and a low 80s slider create a dynamic pitching repertoire. A strong understanding of tempo and inducing weak contact sets him apart on the mound. Uncommitted.

Andres Garces ('25,FL) Christopher Columbus HS - Garces exhibits a disciplined plate approach, working counts to deliver key hits. His quick hands and ability to get on plane early showcase his offensive capabilities, making him a reliable contributor in clutch situations. Uncommitted.

Jose Correa ('25,FL) Christopher Columbus HS - Correa, with a sturdy frame, impresses with his advanced plate discipline and the ability to drive the ball with power. His 2-strike approach resulting in a double to left-center field highlights both his hitting prowess and base-running skills, making him a standout uncommitted prospect to watch.

Manny Marin ('24,FL) Westminster Christian - Marin's exceptional feel for the barrel and the zone sets him apart offensively. With a consistent ability to get the barrel on plane early, he consistently delivers impactful plays, showcasing his offensive prowess and making him a player to keep an eye on. University of Tennessee commit.

Ethan Puig ('24,FL) Westminster Christian - Puig, with a keen feel for the barrel and zone, consistently produces quality at-bats. His quick hands and ability to get on plane early, resulting in a well-executed single, coupled with advanced defensive actions, solidify him as a well-rounded prospect with significant potential. University of Miami (FL) commit.

Adam Hernandez ('25,FL) Braddock Baseball - A disciplined 5’11 second baseman, Hernandez boasts a compact swing and excellent pitch recognition. Demonstrated resilience with a two-out battle, driving a fastball to right field for a single. Currently uncommitted.

Jean Carlos Garcia-Chicano ('24,FL) Beast Academy - A towering 6’2 shortstop, Garcia-Chicano exhibits the potential for a potent power bat in any lineup. His good plate discipline and fundamental soundness at shortstop make him a promising prospect. Currently uncommitted.

George Heredia ('26,FL) Beast Academy - With a simple approach at the plate, the 5’11 second baseman Heredia displays impressive bat control and discipline. He avoids chasing bad pitches and capitalizes on the ones he likes, solidifying his role as a reliable asset in the lineup. Currently uncommitted.

Giannicarlo Guzman ('27,FL) Beast Academy - The versatile 5’11 utility player, Guzman, showcased trust in his hands by driving a fastball for a single. His scrappy approach and tough at-bats make him a challenging opponent. Currently uncommitted.

Ryan Labarca ('24,FL) Braddock Baseball - The dominant 6’4 right-hander consistently sat at 87-91 mph throughout the game, showcasing confidence and moxie on the mound. With a formidable fastball, Labarca recorded numerous strikeouts and flashed solid breaking stuff in warm-ups. Uncommitted, but his impressive performance may change that soon.

Bryan Borges ('26,FL) Westminster - With an advanced approach and a short, crisp swing from the left side, the 15-year-old Borges recently became uncommitted. Despite his young age, he displayed big-time power, including a clutch backside home run to left-center in a critical moment, making him an intriguing prospect to watch.

Michael Vigil ('26,FL) Westminster - The right-handed arm consistently sat at 86-88 mph, showcasing an athletic delivery that creates easy velocity. With more potential in the tank as he matures, Vigil is a solid follow for schools tracking his development.

Matthew Echevarría ('25,FL) Westminster - The strong and stocky lefty bat displayed significant pop and a commanding presence in the batter's box. Echevarría's solid plate discipline was evident as he smoked a no-doubter pull side off a formidable arm. A very good uncommitted bat with promising potential.

Jayce Townsley ('24,FL) Gulliver Prep - A toolsy outfielder with impressive speed and quick hands, Townsley showcased his offensive skills by driving a pitch pull side off a formidable arm. His strong and wiry build makes him a standout uncommitted ballplayer.

Anthony Lariz ('24,FL) Key West Conch Baseball - The 6’4, 210-pound right-hander possesses a big arm, consistently sitting at 86-91 mph. Lariz showcased his two-way talent by doubling backside off a tough lefty, affirming his capability to play at the next level. A UCF commit at only 17 years old.

Jose Lopez ('25,FL) Westminster - A legitimate two-way player, Lopez, a freak athlete, recorded an impressive 6.8-second 60-yard dash and reached 89 mph off the slope. Displaying both power and bat speed, he went yard backside off a high-velocity arm, solidifying his status as an uncommitted ballplayer with significant athleticism.

Ethan Puig ('24,FL) Westminster - A UM commit with a very advanced approach at the plate, Puig consistently made hard contact, including a home run to dead center early in the game. His versatility as an athletic utility player, coupled with a 6.9-second 60-yard dash, adds to his impressive profile.

Eric Eikenberg ('25,FL) Westminster - The quick-twitch middle infielder displayed smooth fielding and consistently barrelled the ball against good arms, establishing himself as a solid uncommitted ballplayer with promising potential.

Matthew Rios ('25,FL) Christopher Columbus HS - With a physical frame, Rios commands pitches to the glove side effectively, featuring a fastball reaching up to 90 mph and a slider inducing late swing and misses in counts. His short and whippy arm action enhances his ability to induce swings and misses. Maintaining a good tempo, Rios showcases a promising pitching repertoire.

Cristian De Los Santos ('25,FL) Miami Christian HS - Exhibiting an advanced feel for the barrel and the strike zone, De Los Santos managed a quality at-bat, utilizing his speed for an infield single and showcasing pop with a line drive at 97 mph exit velocity. His well-rounded skills make him a great runner and a promising prospect.

Matias Fischer ('26,FL) Christopher Columbus HS - With a lean and wiry frame, Fischer, a switch hitter, displays an advanced feel for the barrel and the zone. Getting on plane early, he exhibits the ability to drive the ball to the opposite field, showcasing good running ability and advanced defensive actions.

Yodelkis Quevedo ('26,FL) Lion’s Baseball - Possessing a physical frame with present strength, Quevedo demonstrates power in his swing and a good feel for the barrel. Letting the ball get deep, he consistently hits hard to all fields, showcasing his offensive versatility.

Jonathan Esponda ('24,FL) Lion’s Baseball - With a good feel for the strike zone, Esponda, with quick hands and an ability to get on plane early, consistently hits the ball hard to all fields. His strong running ability and good defensive actions make him a well-rounded player.

Dylan Fernandez ('26,FL) Lion’s Baseball - With a lean and athletic frame, Fernandez employs a direct swing and effectively drives the ball the other way. Using his legs well on low pitches, he showcases good running ability and versatility on the basepaths.

Andy Mesa ('24,FL) Lion’s Baseball - With a long and athletic frame, Mesa exhibits a loose and repeatable delivery on the mound, running the fastball up to 87 mph. His slider, a go-to out pitch, sits in the upper 70s, inducing weak contact with downhill action. Maintaining good tempo, Mesa impresses with his overall performance.

Alex Rodriguez-Gallo ('24,FL) Braddock Baseball - Uncommitted catcher, showcasing impressive defensive skills with a quick exchange but his strong arm stands out. Made his presence known defensively with a CS and back-pick in the 1st inning. Projectable player to follow.

Joniel O'Farrill ('24 FL) South Dade HS - Left-handed outfielder demonstrated his hitting prowess with a well-struck ball to the power-alley, securing an RBI double in the semifinals.

Mike Martinez ('24,FL) South Dade HS - The uncommitted corner-infielder finds himself on our notes again! Displaying a consistently hot bat all weekend. Produced a sharp LF single, contributing to the offensive momentum for South Dade.

Daniel Bravo ('24,FL) Braddock Baseball - Projectable RHP showcasing a firm  fastball at 85-87 mph with solid arm side run. Showed promising secondary stuff, including a mid-70s changeup. Uncommitted as of now.

Joseph Medina ('25,FL) South Dade HS - Uncommitted talent delivering in the clutch multiple times in the semifinals, with a laser to the right center field gap, resulting in a 2-RBI double during the late innings, helping secure their spot in the championship! With consistent AB's, Medina will develop into a solid RHH.

Jeffred Fermin ('24,FL) Miami Christian - A Dayton commit with an athletic operation and a strong lower half. Consistently hitting 88-90 mph on the mound with a fastball exhibiting run. His breaking ball maintains arm action at mid-70s. Gonna be a fun arm to follow.

Willy Mendez ('24, FL) Miami Christian - An uncommitted OF with a distinctive swing, featuring an early trigger, a coiled lower half, and rhythmic hand movement. A 6.5 runner with a strong outfield arm, committed to Miami Dade College.

Luis Sosa ('25,FL) Felix Varela HS - Got the nod to start the Championship game at the Miami World Series. The uncommitted lefty looked strong eearly on, the fastball was sitting low 8's, topping 85. Watch for a velo jump this year.

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