1.11.15 - 6-foot-2, 220-pound left-handed hitting two-way player, large body, thick build, mature, good athleticism. Left-handed hitter, slightly open stance, loads hands back and up into slot, slight leg lift stride. Bat speed present, strong pull side pop, strong swing. 89 mph exit velocity from the tee. Defensively at third base showed nimble feet to play the position, hands worked well, soft. Short arm action, high ¾ arm slot, accurate arm across the diamond, showed carry at 82 mph across. On the mound reached 87 mph, sat 85-86 mph. High ¾ arm slot, long arm action with slight wrap, drop and drive style pitcher, up tempo. Breaking ball had slurve type action, 11/5, 70-73 mph. Changeup showed some sink, good control, 79-82 mph. Kimble ran a 7.61 60, so is limited to corner infield spots, but feet move well from side to side.
CLASS OF 2015
3B
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Christian
Kimble
Southeastern CC (IA)
Jersey (HS) • IL
6' 2" • 220LBS
L/R
Jersey (HS) • IL
6' 2" • 220LBS
L/R
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2015 National
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2/17/14 - 6-foot-2, 220-pound two way player. On the mound works from an over the top slot, shorter arm action. Fastball is mostly straight, 80-82 mph, Curveball has 12/6 shape, 61-64 mph, showed the ability to throw it for strikes. Has feel for a straight change, showed control of the zone, 73-75 mph. Defensively showed the ability to play through the baseball, arm played well across the diamond, stayed on line with carry and accuracy (74 mph). Offensively hits from the left side, balanced stance, short stride. Showed a pull side approach, 86 mph exit velocity from the tee, 7.25 runner in the 60.
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