Ryan
Ward

8/17/14 - 6-foot-2, 220-pound right-handed hitter posted a 4.70 home to first base time with event best 92 mph tee exit velocity.  Hits from a balanced stance with a short stride, uses strong lower half to generate bat speed through the zone, swing path creates some lift and shows pull-side power, went 0-for-4 in game play with two strikeouts.  Shows good athleticism at first base defensively, moves well, 71 mph arm strength across the infield (77 at previous event), has potential to hit for power at the next level.