LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2021 Northern California Prospect Showcase
Manuel Montanez is a 2022 C/RHP, UT with a 6-2 180 lb. frame from Elk Grove, CA who attends Cosumnes Oaks. Long frame with lean strength on it and space to add more strength. 7.28 60-yd. Showed the full arsenal of actions working out at every position and pitching during the showcase. As an outfielder, showed a strong, whippy arm utilizing his run to the bags. As an infielder, he worked wide funneling to the middle and using actions that could fit at third-base. Long loose arm able to make multiple throws. As catcher worked low to high with a very long arm and high release. During games showed flexibility as a receiver and worked to block. Offensively the hands show a big load early with aggressive turns allowing the swing to have a compact action and lift the ball to the pullside. Catching skills stood out the most and with a shorter arm action could carry over from that position. As a pitcher, utilized slow and controlled actions with a high front knee and hands staying at the waist. Intent showed with the arm and body after the lift and utilized a full swing to get to the 3/4 release. The front leg was strong allowing him to change timings and present a tough angle for hitters in the one inning. Fastball stayed at top of the zone while the curveball was long through the zone in its 11/5 shape.
+4 MPH
FB Velo since 06/23/2019
+4.45 MPH
Max Barrel Speed
since 08/07/2021
+1.81
Impact Momentum
since 08/07/2021
+7.75 Gs
Max Acceleration since 08/07/2021
Best
PG Grade:
7.5
