LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2015 Fall Academic Showcase
William Rayburn is a 2018 RHP/1B with a 6-2 245 lb. frame from Pensacola, FL who attends West Florida. Large frame, sturdy, solid build with present strength. Slightly closed landing with cross-body elements at release, works to a 3/4's arm slot with extended arm-action. Shows ability get over his frontside. Stays balanced in delivery and is under control. Fastball up to 73 mph, has natural sink and armside run on offering, also some occasional slight cut to the gloveside. Best offspeed pitch is a slider with two-plane depth and some hortizontal slice, also flashes a slower breaking ball with more depth. Also worked out in the infield, has developing actions, looks comfortable around the bag at first base. Right handed hitter, toe-tap timing mechanism. Developing bat speed with some feel for the barrel. Very good student.