Jay
Ward

1.31.16 - Lean frame 5-foot-10, 140-pound left-handed hitting infielder and pitcher. On the mound the left-hander repeated his delivery well and had good feel for all three of his pitches. Flashed a quick arm from a high ¾ slot, and some effort throughout. Fastball, slight run, occasionally up in the zone and sat 78-79 mph. Curveball routinely was thrown for strikes, 12/6, 1/7 shape, and ranged between 61-63 mph. Changeup was thrown aggressively, for strikes, sink and fade action, 71-73 mph. Offensively, balanced setup, short stride, level bat path and looked to pull. Registered an exit velocity of 75 mph. Defensively, at first base, quick arm and solid arm strength across the diamond, 80 mph. Moved around the bag well, steady hands and a clean exchange. Long arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate throws with carry.