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NICK LEE
RHP
School: South Beauregard HS (La.) Year: Senior Position: RHP Age: 18 DOB: 2/10/1997 Bats: R Throws: R Height: 6'4" Weight: 195 lb.
Commitment: Louisiana-Lafayette
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Scouting grades: Fastball: 60 | Curveball: 45 | Changeup: 45 | Control: 50 | Overall: 45
Lee and St. Thomas More High (Lafayette) left-hander Hogan Harris were supposed to be the top two high school prospects in Louisiana this year, but Harris' velocity dropped precipitously and Lee's also declined under a heavy workload. Harris now seems certain to attend Louisiana-Lafayette, and Lee could join him there if he doesn't get picked high enough to sign.
After pitching at 91-95 mph on the showcase circuit last summer, Lee has operated with an 88-91 mph fastball for much of the spring. He still reaches 94 mph on occasion, and his fastball can break bats with its running, sinking action. His projectable frame hints at more and more consistent velocity in the future if he isn't overworked.
Lee lacks a reliable second pitch. He flashes an average curveball but gets under or around it too often, and he doesn't trust his changeup. There are a lot of moving parts and effort in his delivery, creating concerns about his ability to stay healthy and command his offerings.