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2016 Midwest Top Prospect Showcase
Nathan Schwanke is a 2017 LHP/1B with a 5-10 165 lb. frame from Omaha, NE who attends Concordi. Medium frame with a lean, athletic build. Projects for additional strength with continue physical development. Primary left handed pitcher with a simple side step to leg lift delivery. Stays balanced at gather and utilizes lower half well while driving to the plate. Tends to land at a slightly open position at times while easily clearing hips through release. Smooth arm circle back at separation and releases from a three-quarters slot. Hides fastball well with occasional running action in the mid to upper 70's, topped at 78 mph. Commands the fastball well with the ability to spot up on each edge of the plate. Curveball flashed solid spin out of hand with sweeping shape when working to glove side. Consistently changed speeds while pounding the strike zone. Effectively changed speed and induced weak contact throughout each inning.