8/26/18 defensively, there is tendency to funnel ball on ground as OF. Fluharty would benefit from consistently getting behind and aggressively playing through the ball in the air.

Offensively, 5-foot-8, 125 pound right-handed hitter initiates swing from open set up with knee to knee leg kick and stride staying open. Separation is solid. weight shift and hip turn are aggressive. There is subtle front side softness following heel plant. Barrel feel was demonstrated in squaring of multiple balls during round of bp. A 77 mph bat exit velocity was registered. Mechanics suggest potential development into solid offensive player.

On the mound, right-hander works out of mid 3/4 arm slot. There is balance, rhythm and repeatability to moderate effort delivery. Fastball at 72-75 mph was commanded with consistent am side run. Curveball sat 65-66 mph with 11/5 shape and moderate depth. Command of spin was solid. Change up at 68-70 mph was thrown with fastball arm speed flashing late fade/sink. Overall, young arm who presents as follow in Class of 2022.