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Nick Hagadone (University of Washington)


Biographical Data
Player Name:Nick Hagadone
Position:Starting Pitcher
School:University of Washington
School Type:Four-Year College
Academic Class:Junior
Birthdate:01/01/86
Height:6'5"
Weight:230 lbs.
Bats:Left
Throws:Left
Report Date(s):05/04/07
Game(s):Oregon State

Focus Area
Comments
Fastball:Hagadone throws his fastball in the 90-93 mph range.
FB Movement:Hagadone has some nice arm side run on his fastball.
Slider:Hagadone has an above-average slider that gives left-handed hitters fits. It has good bite and depth to it.
Changeup:Hagadone has the makings of a change and it has the chance to be an average or better third pitch. When he's throwing it well, it has good fade.
Control:Hagadone has the ability to command all three pitches.
Poise:Clearly the leader of Washington's pitching staff, he has a quiet confidence and is known for a tremendous work ethic.
Physical Description:Hagadone is a big, strong lefty who has experience as a Friday night starter and closer.
Medical Update:Healthy.
Strengths:He has the chance to be a three-pitch guy. He's got plus makeup and leadership qualities. Even though he's closing now, he's much more than a one-inning guy.
Weaknesses:He needs to stay back more. His future role is unclear, with some thinking he should stay in the pen and others wanting him back as a starter.
Summary:After spending last year starting behind Tim Lincecum, Hagadone became Washington's Friday night starter to begin the year. He was moved to the bullpen after two starts because of team need and has been oustanding for the Huskies, showing the ability to save games and pitch multiple innings. With a chance to have a good three-pitch mix, some teams may want to move him back into a rotation once drafted, but worst-case, they'd have a pretty good lefty setup man on their hands.