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2025 PG New York Indoor Showcase (Saturday)
Joe Yazawa is a 2027 RHP/2B with a 5-6 137 lb. frame from New York, NY. Smaller lean build. Works from a full windup with a hesitation at the top, deeper arm path to a high 3/4's arm slot, gets down the slot well. Fastball was in the low 70's and topped out at 74 mph, has very good command of his fastball and lives on the corners, gets cutting action at times. Split finger change was a very good pitch with late diving action. Also showed a short slider and threw strikes with both his secondary pitches. Has a feel for pitch and the ability to mix, just needs more size and strength. Worked out in both the infield and outfield defensively, has solid fundamentals and shows athleticism at both positions, is aggressive to the ball and fields it cleanly. Left handed hitter, starts slightly open with an exaggerated leg raise trigger, keeps his swing short and direct for consistent pull side line drive contact. Good student.