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2018 National Showcase
Matthew Thompson is a 2019 RHP/SS with a 6-3 184 lb. frame from Cypress, TX who attends Cypress Ranch HS. Slender young athletic build, long arms, lots of physical projection. Has simplified his mechanics in the last year, delivery is easy and directional, deep arm action and fluid and fast coming through, high 3/4's arm slot. Fastball topped out at 92 mph, has been up to 96 mph in the past, good angle to his fastball but mostly straight. Curveball is his best pitch, very tight spin with good power and depth, knee buckler at times for right handed hitters, throws strikes with his curveball. High ceiling young arm who should keep improving. Good student, verbal commitment to Texas A&M. Selected to play in the 2018 Perfect Game All-American Classic.