Michael Oates: C/OF, (2023) Xaverian Brothers High School, MA. 5-foot-7, 180-pound athletic solid frame. Above average during batting practice, Oates clocked an exit velocity of 90 mph. (76.5 mph bat speed average). (25.8 mph hand speed average). Begins in a balanced athletic stance with a small load, then uses a small leg kick. Bat speed was above average explosive, displayed an uphill loose swing plane and good extension on his finish. He created loud contact and found lots of barrels. Aggressive approach. While catching, his strong arm produced efficient throws to second at velocities up to 82 mph; showed a quick natural transfer, athletic quick feet, and soft sure hands. showed his ability to throw runners out with an efficient pop time of 1.83-1.87. Above average flexibility and clean calm setup. Used a loose very quick arm action with a high ¾ slot while showing consistent accuracy to the bag.  (Max spin ; Avg ). 

Scout Evaluation 

Michael Oates, Xaverian Brothers High School, 2023, MA

Position: C/OF

Body: 5-foot-7, 180-pound athletic solid frame.

Hit: (RHH) Above average. Begins in a balanced athletic stance with a small load, then uses a small leg kick. Above average explosive bat speed. Good extension on his finish, uphill loose swing. Aggressive approach. 

Power: 90 mph exit velocity, average 81.5 mph. 76.5 mph bat speed average. 25.8 mph hand speed average.

Defense: (C) 1.83-1.87 pop times. Soft sure hands, athletic quick footwork, quick natural exchange. Above average. Clean calm setup with above average flexibility. 

Arm: 82 mph catcher velocity. Loose very quick arm action, high ¾ slot, consistent accuracy.