Daisean
Hensley

5-foot-9, 185 pounds, prototypical catcher’s frame, some thickness and strength already present with room to tighten as he matures. Wide, sloped shoulders capable of holding strength, easy to project further physical development, especially in the lower half. Ran an 8.04 sixty yard dash. As a hitter, Hensley works from a wide base, noticeable bend at the knees, an inversion in the lead leg, and a minor step as the pitch is delivered. His hands ready for the pitch early and work high with above average bat speed for his age level. Good rotation through the point of contact, serious pop with some loft in the bat path designed to drive the ball to the gaps. Advanced feel for the barrell. His tee exit velocity was measured at 88 MPH. As a catcher, he sets up with the left leg out in front with balance, gets a quick first step into the throwing position. The arm throws from a ¾ slot and was clocked at 71 MPH out of the chute. Gets body into the throw with carry to the bag. Pop time band measured between 2.10-2.22. Typical development in nuances of catching will continue to improve his skills at the position. Firms wrists and soft hands as a receiver. Improving in this area is next step as the framing of pitches becomes a focal point. Also a right-handed pitcher, Hensley works from the first base side of the rubber. His hand start at the chest, before methodically working through the delivery. Average extension, lead leg can stray towards third base side creating minor crossfire action when not online. Loose arm, good hand speed when coming towards the plate releasing the ball from a ¾ slot. Works a three pitch, fastball, curveball, slider mix. The fastball was clocked at 74 MPH, showed with serious sink to arm side. The breaking ball is his best pitch, 11/ 5 action, chance to be a knee buckler at some point, tilt and depth to it.  Long term profile is likely behind the plate, where is bat can get into the lineup at a premium position. Tons to like about his game and a major follow in Rhode Island.