LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2004 Underclass National Showcase
Michael Heard -- Heard is a very live bodied young sophomore prospect who reminds us a bit of top 2004 prospect LHP Troy Patton, who’s from the same part of Texas. Heard projects out to about 6-1, 180 and although he has some skills as an outfielder, he looks like he has a great pitching future to us. Heard threw 88 mph from the outfield and his fastball was 84-86 mph during a 4 inning appearance with good arm side run. He has good tempo and presence to his delivery and uses his lower body and hips well to generate torque. Heard throws 2 different types of breaking balls and each showed the potential to become an average to plus big league pitch. His 78 mph slider had a big break and was very sharp at times, while Heard’s 70-73 mph curveball also had good sharp biting action. He also threw a change up and had command of all his pitches. He's athletic and even switch hits. Does everything very well, big time potential, definite pro prospect. Could become a high pick.