Miami Open Top Performers - Day 2


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Ryan Llambes (‘27, FL) • RHP • Uncommitted • 5’9 165 lbs


Relaxed fluid delivery on the mound. Stays stacked on the backside down the slope and clears his frontside well. Comes at hitters from a compact 3/4 arm slot.  Loose arm, generates velo with minimal effort. Ran the FB up to 84mph in his outing and flashed a hard tight SL in his leverage counts. Commanded the FB and SL both for strikes.


 5 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 5 K


FB: 84.2 / 1903 RPM / 10.0 IVB / 12.2 HB 

SL: 77.3 / 2438 RPM / 4.2 IVB /-3.1 HB/ Sharp


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Jayson Blanco ('29, FL) • 3B/RHP • 5'8" 190LBS


High leg kick gets deep into his back leg to create momentum down the mound. Does a great job of transferring energy to the upper body by blocking with a strong lead leg. Blanco had a solid outing today, racking up 3 Ks in 1.2 IP.  Firm FB that generated a lot of weak contact. Blanco also showed off some two-way ability by lacing a 1B to LF for an RBI. Swing displayed lots of rotational power from his hips. 


1B EV: 88mph


1.2IP, 3K


FB: T80mph / 1900rpm 

CH: 70mph / 1280rpm / IVB 7.5" / HB 11"


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Bengie Del Nodal (‘29, FL) • MIF • 5’9 152lbs


Mature at-bats, showing an advanced swing with loud pop, and a natural feel for the barrel. Slightly open stance with his weight shifted back. Creates proper separation in his load. Quick fire from the load. Middle of the field approach with the intent to do damage. Blasted a Grand Slam to straightaway CF. 


1-2, GS, 4RBI


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Ashton Kennedy (‘26, INTL🇦🇺) • RHP • Uncommitted • 6’4” 225


Struck out 7 batters and didn’t allow a hit. Strong XL frame, uses his body well in his delivery. He pitches from a low 3/4 arm slot with a compact arm action. Hitters were unable to catch up to the FB, sitting 88-89 and topping out at 90. FB had great carry up in the zone. Utilized a SL at 74-77 to rack up back door CS to LHHs. The SL has potential as a swing and miss pitch with tight movement and late horizontal break. Bulldog mentality on the mound, went right after hitters with the FB.


4IP: 0H, 1ER, 7K


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Shayne Scanlan (‘26, Intl🇦🇺) • 1B • Uncommitted • 6’3” 225


Scanlan came up clutch in his team’s win on Saturday, producing base knocks with RISP multiple times. Closed stance and simple load, coiling inward with a small toe tap. He keeps his hands tight to his body with an uphill bat path. He shows an advanced approach at the plate with burgeoning above average power. 


2-3, 2B, 2R, 3RBI


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Ernesto Velasco (‘26 FL) 1B • Uncommitted • 6’2 200lbs


RHH made noise today at the plate, with a towering 2 Run HR deep into LF to break the 7th inning tie. Inside FB that he got his hands to with a tight turn of the barrel. Made adjustments at the plate pitch to pitch. Impressed defensively at 1B, making a lot of tough picks on throws his way. 


1 for 3, 2 Run HR


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Diego Miranda (‘26 FL) RHP • Uncommitted • 6’ 160lbs


RHP kept his team in the game all day, not allowing a run til the 7th inning while striking out 5 and walking 0. FB/CB mix. The FB got up to 86mph with some ASR. Downer CB played well low in the zone and generated lots of weak contact. OTT Delivery with deception. 


7IP / 5H / 3R / 5K / 0BB


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Kian Espinosa (‘27 FL) RHP • Uncommitted • 5’8 160lbs


CG shutout allowing only 3 hits, struck out 7 while walking 0. Extremely efficient outing as he finished the CG on just 70 pitches. Induced weak contact early in ABs. Worked from ahead often, stealing strikes early from a passive lineup. Clean, repeatable mechanics paired with a calm demeanor on the mound was the key to his success.


7IP / 3H / 0BB / 7K / 0R 


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Juan Carlos Tabio III (‘28, FL) • 3B/1B • 6’3 225lbs


Tabio put on an impressive performance in the box today. In his pre-pitch, he stands with a tall stance, with weight shifted back and hands up high. He has a no-stride load, which keeps him compact and helps him create a strong swing while keeping his weight back. He swings with aggressive intent. Selective approach at the plate, rarely expanded the zone. He has a smooth two handed finish, and uses his hips with strong torque, generating power in his swing.


2-3, 1R


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Austen West (‘26, FL) • 1B/LHP • Uncommitted • 6’ 220lbs 


Produced on both sides of the ball. He had a dominant start on the mound, keeping hitters off balance and inducing weak contact. Works exclusively from the stretch, with a large leg kick in his gather before delivery. Showed confidence in the box, powerful swing with a slight uppercut. Uses his whole body to generate bat speed. Natural ball to bat skill. 


RBI 2B


CG, 0H, 0ER, 2BB, 8K 


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Max Sharkey (‘26, FL) • RHP • Uncommitted • 5’11” 160


5 IP: 2H, 3BB, 0ER, 6K


Sharkey pitched a great game Saturday, going 5 shutout innings and striking out 6. He is a LHP with a big leg kick and funky delivery. He creates deception from a low 3/4 arm slot, pitching across his body. He used a sinker-slider combo to create weak contact all game. He is comfortable pitching inside to righties, which is where his sinker is most effective. Sharkey has an advanced feel for pitching and gives hitters a different look. 


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Nathan Rumbelow (‘26, Intl🇦🇺) • 3B/OF • 5’11” 160


2-2, 2B, BB, 2R, 3RBI, 2SB


Rumbelow makes this list twice in as many days. After a day in which he hit a HR, he had a pair of hits, drove in 3 runs, scored twice and stole 2 bases. He was the leading run producer on the day for Downunder Travellers in their 11-1 win. He uses a toe tap and level bat path to spray hard line drives from gap to gap. Rumbelow possesses advanced bat to ball skills and will gain more power as he continues to mature. 



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Nicolas Hechevarria (‘29, FL) • RHP • 6’0” 180


6 IP: 2H, 2BB, 0ER, 5K


Hechevarria was huge for Cougars 14U in their 4-2 win on Saturday. He pitched a complete game, allowing no earned runs, striking out 5. Hechevarria has a compact delivery, with a small leg kick and short arm motion. This, combined with his low 3/4 arm slot, creates a different look for the hitter. He creates weak contact with a FB-CB combo and can throw either pitch in any count. The FB gets on hitters and the CB is a big 12-6 that freezes batters. Hechevarria is a tough AB for any hitter. 


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Jayden Calderon (‘28, FL) • C • Uncommitted • 6’ 198lbs


Calderon showed an impressive outing behind the plate and in the box. In the box, he stands with confidence and has a great approach, grinding out at-bats while having solid bat to ball skills. He starts his swing with a wide base in his legs, while being relaxed with his hands low. He has a minimal stride, barely coming off the ground with that front foot, that helps him see pitches well and stay square to the pitch. He does an amazing job at keeping his hands inside, creating natural backspin off his barrel. Behind the plate, he showed solid blocking ability with great pitch framing. Has a big frame that will fill out nicely, will be a solid catcher in the next level if pace is kept up. 


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Alessandro Suescun (30,FL) • 3B • 5’6” 135 lbs


Suescun delivered a strong showing collecting a pair of RBI singles—one on a high FB driven to left field, and another on an inside FB turned on and driven into the LCF gap. He showed impressive bat-to-ball ability with a mature approach in the box for his age. At the plate, Suescun uses a quiet setup with a balanced lower half and smooth forward move. His quick hands and compact stroke allow him to stay inside the baseball and drive pitches to all fields. With his present offensive feel and consistent contact skills, Suescun profiles as a solid bat at the next level. He’s a name to watch in the ‘30 class as he continues to develop.


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Fabian Prado (’30, FL) • RHP/OF • 5’6” 140 lbs


Prado delivered a dominant performance on the mound, tossing a complete game with no earned runs while striking out five. He worked efficiently through the lineup, relying on a two-pitch mix  of FB and CB that generated weak contact and timely punchouts. He operates from a balanced delivery and shows excellent feel for tempo. The FB, topping at 68 mph, plays up due to his ability to locate and change eye levels. His CB sits in the upper-50s and features gradual break with occasional depth, used effectively to finish counts. Prado mixed speeds and kept hitters off balance despite not overpowering velocity. His mound presence, command, and ability to limit hard contact at this stage all point to long-term upside as he continues to grow. A name to watch in Florida’s 2030 class.


Stat line: CG 6 IP / 6 H / 1 R / 0 ER/ 1 BB / 5 K


FB T68

CB T57


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Jackson Koupal (‘30,FL) • OF/RHP • 5’8” 130 lbs


•3RBI 2B down 3B line

•LD flyout deep LCF


Koupal showcased an advanced offensive skillset, driving in three runs with a bases-clearing double ripped down the 3B line. He also hit a deep flyout to LCF, hinting at budding power and consistent barrel feel. A RHH with a physical frame, Koupal creates lift through the zone and uses quick hands to turn on pitches with raw power. Jackson’s ability to stay through the ball and drive it with intent to multiple parts of the field stood out, especially at his age. The swing is compact and controlled, using a short stride and efficient hip rotation to maximize contact. Defensively, his athleticism translates well to the outfield, and with added strength, he projects as a gap-to-gap threat with emerging two-way value. A strong showing from a promising young bat in the 2030 class.


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Noel Ferro (‘27, FL) • SS/Utility • Uncommitted • 5’9 145lbs 


Ferro, from True North Academy proved to be a strong bat with serious pop in his swing during today’s game where his team won partly because of his performance. The righty starts his swing with a wide, athletic base with some stiffness in his upright stance. He features a small, controlled toe-tap that helps him stay on time with pitches and explode into the pitch. He uses his legs extremely well from load to finish, using his hips quickly to explode. Ferro finishes his swing with a smooth two-handed finish, and includes great balance all throughout. Once he fills out, he will be a solid bat, based on his athleticism, bat to ball skills, and plate discipline. 


2R HR to RF


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Nicholas Potter (‘26,FL) • RHP/3B • 6’1” 198 lbs 


Potter turned in a commanding start, tossing 5 solid innings while striking out 8 and allowing just 2 hits. The righty pitches from a clean 3/4 arm slot with fluid mechanics and a strong lower half, helping him generate a downhill plane and late life. His FB sat 79–81 mph with consistent command and arm-side run, allowing him to challenge hitters on both sides of the plate. Nicholas leaned on a confident three-pitch mix, flashing a tight 71–73 mph SL that he used effectively as a chase pitch and a slower CB at 66–68 mph with depth to change eye levels. His poise stood out, particularly in the 2nd inning when he struck out the side with the bases loaded and nobody out—showcasing his ability to compete in pressure moments. Potter has a strong, physical frame and pitchability that continues to trend up making him a good ’26 player to follow.

Stat Line: 


5 IP / 2 H / 1 R / 1 BB / 1 HBP / 8 K 


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Sebastian Arana (‘26,FL) • RHP • 5’10” 165 lbs


Arana delivered a dominant one-hit shutout, striking out 8 in a complete-game effort that showcased polish and presence. The RHP featured a three-pitch mix and commanded all offerings with consistency. Working from a 3/4 over-the-top arm slot, Sebastian attacked hitters early with his FB at 77–79 mph, locating it well to both sides and effectively jamming RHH. He worked in a late-breaking CB at 66–69 mph and a fading CH at 70–72 mph that both served as put-away pitches. Arana’s ability to sequence and keep hitters off balance was advanced, inducing a steady mix of swings and misses and weak contact. With a sturdy, athletic build and repeatable mechanics, he profiles as a high-upside arm.


Stat line: 7 IP / 1H / 0 R / 0 ER / 1 BB / 8 K 


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Liam Ruiz (’30,NY) • C/1B • 5’7” 115 lbs


Ruiz made his presence felt behind the plate and in the batter’s box. He drove in a run with a solid line drive RBI 1B to LF, staying short to the ball and showing quick hands through the zone. The RHH has a balanced setup and generates consistent contact by driving through the baseball. Defensively, Ruiz brings catcher instincts and game awareness. He presents a low target with a quiet glove and handles pitchers well. His footwork is active on throws, and he shows early signs of developing arm strength. With his current feel for contact and the ability to compete on both sides of the ball, Ruiz is a strong player to watch in the 2030 class.


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Damian Castro (‘28, FL) • OF/LHP • Uncommitted • 5’6 135lbs 


Castro put up impressive at bats in today's morning game, showing a mature approach with a strong swing. The lefty shows an athletic stance, with feet shoulder width apart. He keeps his hands up throughout his load in which he features a stride that ends up creating a great stretch between hands and lower half, ready to explode once that front foot is down. He keeps his hands tight close to his body during swing in order to hit the inside part of the ball, creating clean backspin off his bat. Will be nice to see how he fills out to be an athletic outfielder with a solid bat. 


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Gianmarco Fuentes (‘28, FL) • C • 5’10” 210


2-2, R, 2RBI, SB

2B: 95 mph


Fuentes displayed a power tool well advanced for his age on Saturday. He went 2 for 2 at the plate, including a ground rule double with 85 mph exit velocity. Fuentes is a big and strong catcher with large legs. He bats out of a wide stance with the bat held high. He has quick hands that allow him to catch up to the high fastball. Fuentes is a middle of the order, power-hitting catcher that generates plus exit velocities at a young age.

 

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Dylan Goris (‘27, FL) • SS/C • Uncommitted • 6’0” 160


3-3, 2R, RBI, 2SB


Goris had a huge game for the Scorpions in their 3-inning victory on Saturday. He displayed a little bit of everything, playing fundamentally sound defense at SS with quick actions, stealing 2 bases with above average speed, and collecting 3 hits while working the count. Every part of his game is quick, including his quick twitch athleticism that shows up at the plate. Goris is a great athlete with a high ceiling and a projectable frame. 


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James Burtner (‘29, FL) • Utility • Uncommitted • 5’9 170lbs


Burtner, from Westminster Academy, put on a show of a start for his team on the mound in this afternoon's game. The righty pitched with big confidence, grinding away through counts and getting out of tough situations when needed. He starts in the mound upright with a calm pre-pitch set up. In his gather, he features a high, controlled leg kick that helps him use his entire body with explosiveness in his legs. He comes from a high OT arm motion, with whippy action in his delivery. He includes a smooth and repeatable delivery that helps him get into his backside extremely well. He’ll be a pitcher to look out for in the future when he gains more Velo. 


4IP, 2H, 0ER, 5K


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Zakariah Rico (‘29,FL) • LHP • 5’8” 140 lbs


Stat line: CG  7 IP / 2 H / 0 R / 0 ER / 2 BB / 6 K 


Zakariah turned in a complete performance, throwing a 7-inning shutout for FBA while allowing just two hits. The lefty worked with impressive tempo and pitch efficiency, showing command of a three-pitch mix that kept hitters guessing from the first inning to the last. He attacked the zone early with a 72–75 mph FB that consistently got ahead in counts, then showed feel for both a fading CH and a 58–60 mph CB with depth. Rico’s delivery is repeatable, with clean mechanics and a high front side that helps hide the ball before release. His CH worked effectively off his FB, generating soft contact and keeping righties off balance, while the CB induced several late swings with bite. With advanced pitchability and a clean arm path, Rico projects as a strike-throwing lefty with the strong potential to work deep into outings.


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