LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2007 National Showcase
Nick Ramirez is a 2008 1B/P with a 6'3'', 223 lb. frame from Anaheim, CA who attends Katella HS. He has a big framed build with plus strength but also with some softness in his middle that needs to be firmed up. Ramirez has all the actions of a natural hitter and his strength gives huge power potential. He hits with a very relaxed set up and an easy swing that is driven by his strong hands. His timing is right on with his hands most of the time and he squares up and hits the ball very hard, especially when he can get an inside pitch. Ramirez does tend to leak his hips out early, which hurts his power to the opposite field, but he still has the hand strength/quickness to handle outside pitches. Ramirez also shows the ability to be a two-way player at the college level. His pitching mechanics are a bit raw but he throws in the upper 80's from the left side with a a feel for a change up and that's a good starting point for a southpaw. The key for Ramirez is going to be getting his big body under control; he has the tools to be an impact bat.