Benjamin
Norton

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Wabash Valley JC commit. 5-foot-10, 160-pound right-handed hitting two-way prospect, lean athlete, wiry strength, ran a 7.35 laser-timed 60. Offensively, open setup, hands load back, hanging leg kick to a balanced position, finishes on back side. Gap-to-gap type hitter, drives the ball with a mostly level barrel path, quick bat speed, aggression in swing, 84 exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, short, loose arm, ¾ slot, 87 across the diamond. Attacks the ball with an athletic approach, fields out front, quick on transfers, good range to both sides with quick footwork. On the mound, offers a different look with a low ¾ to side arm slot, quick, loose arm. Drop and drive delivery, works on-line, lands toe-closed, finishes crossing over. Fastball sat 81-84, touched 85, lively running action. Curveball, 68-70, sweeping action, Changeup, 70-71, fade action.

 2021 Ben Norton shortstop/right-handed pitcher checks in at 5-foot-10, 155-pounds.  Norton is athletic and his hands and feet really work well together on the defensive side of the ball.  He is accurate and has some arm strength with a 81-Infield Velocity, but also gives you the feel of a guy that can accurately flip the ball with a quick release when he is not throwing for the gun. His 7.18/60-yard time is respectable and shows his athletic ability. With added strength and staying over his backside a little bit better his 78-Exit Velocity should improve, but looks as though he still wants to get to his front side a little to quick at times.  Once he adds strength and trust that strength look for even more and harder contact to follow.