Max
Voelkel

10/7/18 - Central Coast Open Showcase - 5-foot-10, 174-pounds, present strength and physical body type. At the plate utilizes a balanced stance with lower hands that show a small load back. His quick hands stayed behind the ball well as the bat loops prior to contact. Pull side approach while regularly hooking balls into the OF past infielders. From behind the plate he showed quick transfers and an arm that has flashes of more coming. Throws were high during event from a lower slot and looked to have his body moving out in front of him, but still showed quality pop times (2.13-2.29). He flashed quick blocking skills while keeping a flat, wider back. Athletic and strong block talent though does block a bit deep. Athletic receiver with quiet actions/soft hands and subtle movements. Receives ball a bit deep to his body. Throwing hand is exposed as ball enters the hitting zone. Physically he has the tools to be a quality defensive catcher.