LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2023 New York Indoor Showcase (Saturday)
Ryan Downey is a 2024 2B/RHP, C with a 5-8 160 lb. frame from Massapequa, NY who attends Massapequa. Smaller, compact frame with a high waist, square shoulders and plenty of room to add strength. Primary infielder with a fundamentally sound defensive skill set. Displayed active footwork into the fielding process, works downhill through the baseball and showcased good lateral range from side-to-side. Showed ability to make the play on the run and recorded arm strength up to 75 mph across the diamond during drills. Secondary catcher that received from a high, side-saddled stance with softness to his hands and a quick, direct midline transfer. Gains ground out of the crouch efficiently and produced accurate, online throws from behind the dish during drills. Right-handed hitter that hits from a balanced, even stance with a lower, tight hand set and toe-tap trigger. Whole field approach with short, compact stroke and feel for the barrel. Stays connected well throughout the swing and consistently found the barrel. Will continue to expand his power tool with additional physical maturity. Fundamentally sound prospect with upside on both sides of the ball, will continue to improve with proper mechanical adjustments and additional strength. Excellent Student.