Palm Beach Fall Classic - Data Scope
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Pitchers:
Lukas McDowell, Reds Florida Academy 2026 (RHP, 2026)
Towering 6’8” 250lb RHP with a high three-quarter slot and repeatable delivery. Creates elite downhill angle with strong hip-shoulder separation and consistent body control. Showed advanced feel for FB command while mixing a sharp SL and occasional 2S look. Across 4.0 IP, he allowed only 2 hits, 0 ER, struck out 5, and walked none.
- Fastball (4SFB)
- Avg. Velocity: 90.5 mph T94
- Avg. Spin Rate: 2224 rpm
- Avg. Movement: 12.4” IVB / 15.0” HB
- Pitch Profile: Heavy FB with life at the top of the zone. Created uncomfortable swings with arm-side run and carry traits. Zone% (44.4) allowed him to attack consistently.
- Slider (SL)
- Avg. Velocity: 80.5 mph T82.9
- Avg. Spin Rate: 2036 rpm
- Avg. Movement: 0.7” IVB / -1.8” HB
- Pitch Profile: Gyro action. Generated swing-and-miss at an elite rate (75% whiff). True out pitch.
McDowell’s outing was defined by a heavy FB/SL combo that overpowered hitters, with the slider producing above average chase and whiff rates. The FB profile carried late life, playing especially well up in the zone. At 6’8” with strength and clean mechanics, his physicality amplifies the arsenal, projecting high swing-and-miss upside at the next level.

Noah Lockler, CBU United Severidt 2026 (RHP, 2026)
6’1” RHP with an OTT arm action that gives his FB heavy feel through the zone. Works downhill with an efficient lower-half drive, transferring energy aggressively into the upper body. Filled the zone across 55 pitches with a FB/CB/CH mix, showing ability to change speeds while maintaining tempo.
- Fastball (4SFB)
- Avg. Velocity: 88.1 mph T90.1
- Avg. Spin Rate: 2000 rpm
- Avg. Movement: 13.8” IVB / 7.5” HB
- Extension: 6.4 ft
- Pitch Profile: Firm FB with heaviness in the zone. Generated consistent ground-ball contact. Zone% (45.9) highlighted ability to challenge hitters consistently.
- Curveball (CB)
- Avg. Velocity: 71.2 mph T74.2
- Avg. Spin Rate: 2113 rpm
- Avg. Movement: -9.1” IVB / -11.9” HB
- Pitch Profile: Sharp downer CB with depth and tilt. Flashed swing-and-miss shape (66.7% whiff).
- Changeup (CH)
- Avg. Velocity: 79.7 mph T79.9
- Avg. Spin Rate: 1642 rpm
- Avg. Movement: 13.5” HB
- Pitch Profile: Heavy fade to arm-side/ Provided look to disrupt timing off the FB plane.
Heavy FB that created tough angles down in the zone, paired with a sharp CB that missed bats. CH flashed separation and fade, giving him a functional third pitch. The arm action, frame, and ability to consistently fill the zone project him as a durable arm in the 2026 class.

August Backman, Florida Burn 2027 (RHP, 2027)
Athletic 2027 RHP with smooth tempo and repeatable delivery. Showed advanced pitchability, commanding a unique three-pitch mix (FB/SL/KN) that consistently kept hitters off balance. Rain shortened his outing, but he dominated, striking out 5 while allowing no hits, no walks, and no baserunners.
- Fastball (4SFB)
- Avg. Velocity: 88.7 mph T90.0
- Avg. Spin Rate: 1942 rpm
- Avg. Movement: 12.6” IVB / 9.1” HB
- Extension: 6.5 ft
- Pitch Profile: Heavy FB with ride traits up in the zone and bore to the arm side. Generated a 75% whiff rate, missing bats consistently.
- Slider (SL)
- Avg. Velocity: 77.4 mph T78.8
- Avg. Spin Rate: 1866 rpm
- Avg. Movement: 2.2” IVB / -10.0” HB
- Extension: 6.1 ft
- Pitch Profile: Sharp horizontal, working well off his FB tunnel. Produced swing-and-miss with a 66.7% whiff rate. Legitimate out pitch.
- Knuckleball (KN)
- Avg. Velocity: 65.8 mph T67.2
- Avg. Spin Rate: 870 rpm
- Avg. Movement: 6.0” IVB / -8.0” HB
- Pitch Profile: Rare weapon with unpredictable action. Zone% of 57.1 showed surprising command for the pitch.
Dominant outing, 5K, 0H, 0BB, no baserunners. The FB/SL combo generated above average swing-and-miss, while the knuckleball provided a unique off-speed wrinkle that few hitters could adjust to. Advanced pitchability, smooth tempo, and ability to land three distinct looks make Backman one of the more intriguing arms in the 2027 class.

Tripp Rosenberger, Scorpions 2026 Scout (RHP, 2026)
Projectable 6’4” 187lb RHP with long levers and smooth, repeatable mechanics. Works efficiently down the mound with intent, sequencing FB/SL effectively to attack hitters. Pounded the zone through a quick relief outing, striking out 2.
- Fastball (4SFB)
- Avg. Velocity: 86.4 mph T90
- Avg. Spin Rate: 1960 rpm
- Avg. Movement: 15.0” IVB / 11.8” HB
- Extension: 6.3 ft
- Pitch Profile: Jumps out of hand with ride through the zone (27.5% whiff rate). Zone% of 48 highlighted ability to attack consistently.
- Slider (SL)
- Avg. Velocity: 74.3 mph T76.0
- Avg. Spin Rate: 2124 rpm
- Avg. Movement: -1.5” IVB / -7.7” HB
- Pitch Profile: Late tilt. tunneled well off FB. Showed promising shape.
6’4” frame, long levers, and efficient delivery project additional velocity gains. Already showing strike-throwing ability (50% zone rate) and sequencing skills, next level impact arm that will continue to grow.
Hitters:
Braedon MacKay, Florida Burn 2027 (INF, 2027)
Athletic RHH with a confident swing and strong barrel control. Showed ability to move the bat with authority while staying connected through the zone. Producing a max EV of 96.8 mph with top carry of 345.8 ft.
Key Batted Balls:
- 96.8 EV, 15.8° LA, 345.8 ft (2B)
- 87.0 EV, 14° LA (XBH)
Athleticism and bat control, consistently squaring balls with authority. His ability to stay balanced and drive pitches to both gaps projects well as he continues to add strength. Confident mover in the box with developing power upside, he profiles as a high-follow bat in Florida’s 2027 class.
Ty Ciccarello, Hit Factory Pro USA 2026 (UTIL, 2026)
5’10” 180lb LHH with a tall, calm stance and efficient upper-half connection. Showed ability to catch the ball out front and drive it with authority to the pull side. Collected 2 hits with 4 RBI and added 2 walks, consistently creating productive at-bats.
Key Batted Balls:
- 93.5 EV, 16° LA, 307.6 ft (2B)
- 91.2 EV, 15° LA (1B)
Consistent connection through the zone and advanced hand-eye allowed him to produce line-drive contact (50% LD rate) with intent. Displayed raw power to the pull side with a smooth left-handed swing, more power coming as he continues to progress.
Adam Sarmiento, Wahoos National 2026 (1B, 2026)
Physical RHH with a strong weight transfer and powerful lower half. Generates loud contact through the zone with consistent line-drive traits. Collected 2 hits and 3 RBI, showcasing ability to drive the baseball with authority to the middle of the field.
Key Batted Balls:
- 91.7 EV, 12° LA, 265.4 ft
- 90.9, 11.1° LA, 190.2ft (1B)
Displayed efficient lower-half strength and weight transfer, allowing him to stay behind the ball and produce consistent barrels. Ability to drive the ball with developing power and good bat to ball skills.
Chase Anello, Scorpions 2026 Scout (C, 2026)
5’10” 180lb LHH with fluid hands and natural whip to the barrel. Stays relaxed with good rhythm before firing the barrel with intent. Produced multiple loud barrels throughout the weekend.
Key Batted Balls:
- 91.0 EV, 31° LA, 309.8 ft (2B)
- 90 EV, 30° LA, 270.6
Ability to extend through contact, creating impactful swings. With 50% of his contact classified as line drives, his bat-to-ball skills and clean mechanics suggest strong offensive upside. Strong LHH C with projectability, committed to West Virginia
Brendan Snider, Carolina Ghost 18U (OF, 2026)
Strong LHH with natural barrel feel and a linear barrel path. Showed ability to get on time consistently, driving the ball with intent and producing quality contact through the zone. Rotational swing with aggressive, on-time leg kick.
Key Batted Balls:
- 96.8 EV, 26° LA, 277.6 ft (1B)
- 90.2 EV, 18° LA
Quick barrel and ability to get on plane, producing consistent contact. Flashes of gap-to-gap power with ability to put the bat on the ball at a high level. Good runner with feel for the barrel.