On Deck Preview: Long Island (2 of 3)

What to expect: Short, accurate barrel-actions from the left side with ability to match pitch-plane early out of the hand. A comfortable defensive profile sets the tone for further development in 2022. 

What we’d like to see: Increased rotational strength would be welcomed, improving a peak 79 mph bat-exit velocity and opening the door for an extra-base hit approach. 

What to expect: Powerful, connected movements in all phases with the offense leading the way. Posted a T95 mph bat-exit velocity and 68% sweet spot this summer and backed it up with a couple of healthy in-game swings. 

What we’d like to see: The primary backstop gets rid of the ball with one of the quicker exchanges in the class. If he can get more backspin and carry on the throw (mid-to upper 70’s arm strength), the defensive skill set will creep into the above-average tier. 

What we’d like to see: Lowered 60-yard dash times (8.00 seconds) and increased arm-strength would heighten the chances to stick on the field defensively. 

What we’d like to see: A sharp 65-68 mph CB spun well across the plate but varied command at times, leading to a 33% zone rate. Slightly earlier hand-break and an extra emphasis on leveraging the pitch could thrust it into a strikeout offering down the road.

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