Maddox Stadler 1B/RHP

10/08/2018 - College PREP - Erie, PA Maddox is a tall, athletic 1B/RHP who has a promising future on the diamond. At the plate is where he shows best, displaying solid hitting abilities with well above average power potential through a squared, athletic setup. Hands are quick (81 mph exit velocity) and work through a level swing path. He has strength in his swing and stays inside the ball, utilizing all fields with gap-to-gap pop. At 1B, he displays proper footwork around the bag and is a quality receiver. Glove action is soft but needs to present more out front. Feet are aggressive as he attacks balls through a low approach. Range will increase as he improves foot quickness. On the mound, fastball showed a range of 65-70 mph. Breaking ball displays 11/5 shape with gradual break. He slows his arm speed on his changeup, tipping off pitch to hitters. Stock on the mound will continue to increase as he builds more arm strength through a long toss program. With 4 years to further develop, Maddox has the makings of a special type player with time and room to progress his game.