Micah
Perkins

5-foot-9, 145-pound. During batting practice, the right-handed hitter had a max exit velocity of 81 mph. Sets up in an active stance then used a controlled stride. Has average bat speed, uphill swing plane and good extension on his finish. Pull side approach. In the infield, his best throw was registered at 81 mph; had a natural exchange, and aggressive footwork. Showed decent accuracy to the bag with a compact arm action. Recorded a 60 time of 7.11 at the event. On the mound, he showed a short, quick arm action from a mid 3/4 slot. The curveball (68-72 mph) showed 11/5 action with some late depth. The fastball (79-81 mph) showed late arm side action and he continued to pound the zone with both pitches.  

5-foot-8, 130-pound athletic frame. In the 60-yard dash, recorded a time of 7.14. Started in a quiet balanced stance with a compact load, then used a controlled stride before his swing. Bat speed is efficient, uses simple swing plane and level finish. Found some barrels during his round. Gap to gap approach. Perkins had a max exit velocity of 79 mph. While in the infield, registered his best throw across the diamond at 75 mph; shows soft hands, rhythmic feet and a clean exchange. Showed decent accuracy to the bag with a high ¾ slot and a very quick arm action. On the mound, threw from a high ¾ arm angle and had consistent arm speed. Up-tempo type pitcher who uses easy effort. Threw his fastball 73-74 mph with a max of 76 mph; shows very consistent control and cutting action. Has tight action and very consistent control on his 12/6 curveball (63-65). The breaking ball sets up as a "plus" pitch for him.