LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2024 Spring Midwest Workout Showcase
Hayden Richards is a 2026 1B/RHP/3B with a 6-0 190 lb. frame from Bettendorf, IA who attends Pleasant Valley. A bigger frame and bigger build, with some strength throughout. Ran a 7.54 60-yard dash. Primary corner infielder who worked out at both positions, showing off the corner infield-look. As an infielder he showed off a longer arm action on this throws, getting up to 72 mph across the diamond. He moved fine working laterally and was able to work through it. He had some whip to the arm with a good feel for the glove as well. As a first baseman he threw 70 mph across the diamond with a longer release, using a two-hand smother to get the glove on it and work through it. He had accurate feeds to second base as well. Threw 70 mph across the diamond from first base. A right-handed hitter who has an even and slightly wider base, using a higher-set hands and a higher-back elbow. He turns the front foot well before swinging hard and using quick hands through the swing. He was able to get uphill through contact with some good swings working through the middle of the field. He had some good impacts during his round of BP swings. He stayed shorter to it and was able to glide out onto the front side well. Took a good round of BP swings, impacting well. Great student.