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2017 Mid-Atlantic Underclass Showcase
Liam Smith is a 2020 RHP/UT with a 6-1 155 lb. frame from Hillsborough Township, NJ who attends Hillsborough High School. Medium, athletic frame with square shoulders and a lean, projectable build with room to fill throughout. Ran a 7.45 60-yard dash. Primary righthanded pitcher, simple side step into delivery, glove stays near belt until hands break; shows a nice feel on the mound for mechanics with sound presence and incorporates lower half well into delivery with balance, lands closed with strike foot. Full arm action through the back working to a three-quarters release point; creates angle on fastball with occasional running life to arm side and topped out at 81 mph. Filled the zone with three-pitch mix, changeup was go-to off speed at 72 mph; 11-5 shape on curveball and landed for strikes at 67 mph. Fields the ball close to body in the infield, extra step moving into release with steady tempo to actions, shows carry and arm strength on throws across diamond. Lefthanded hitter, begins with an upright and open stance in the box. Full swing path through the zone and swings with intent, does a nice job of shifting weight through lower half. Occasionally gets to front side early, looks to lift the ball at point of contact, best contact off barrel came with linear swing path and came off the barrel well when squared. Named to Mid-Atlantic Underclass Top Prospect List. Excellent student.