Tyler
Knox

Knox was one of the more intriguing underclassmen to emerge from the Inland Empire Summer ID, showing an athletic foundation and plenty of room for future development. The 2029 shortstop from Bishop Alemany immediately grabbed attention with his speed, opening the day with a 7.00-second 60 before improving to a 6.96 on his second attempt. The athleticism translated defensively, where he worked comfortably on the dirt with smooth actions, controlled footwork, and a clean approach to the baseball. He also showed solid arm strength for his age, reaching 78 mph across the diamond. At the plate, Knox posted a 93.4 mph max exit velocity with a peak distance of 331 feet while producing a 62% sweet-spot rate during batting practice. At 5-foot-8 with a lean frame, there is considerable physical projection remaining, and the combination of speed, defensive ability, and present athleticism makes him a player worth monitoring closely as he continues to mature. The power output should continue to improve with added strength, but the foundation of a well-rounded middle-infield profile is already in place.

Tyler Knox, Bishop Alemany (CA), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/RHP Projectable MIF profile with strong hit tool and clean actions on the dirt. Showed a sub-7 60yd dash.
Body: 5-8, 139-pounds. Quick twitch and leaner frame. Room to fill throughout.
Hit: RHH. A relaxed and upright stance. Hands are quiet, and only move as the lower half initates the swing. A slight leg kick helps him gain ground towards the pitcher. Stays tall through the swing, staying in slot well producing a line drive swing.
Arm: RH. INF-78 mph. Short and whippy arm. Accurate throws with carry through the target.
Defense: Clean footwork, attacking and breaking down well. Consistently fielding the ball off the left side of his body.