6/16/15 - Phipps is a 5-foot-7 165-pound right-handed hitting shortstop from Lamar in the 2017 class. Phipps has a 7.28 60 time and an 80 mph exit velo. At the plate, starts from an open stance, short stride, used mostly pull side line drives during batting practice. On the infield, over-the-top release, 77 mph positional velo, loose arm action, accurate throws, fluid footwork. Phipps has a controlled delivery with loose arm action. He stays in line as he gets down the mound, high three-quarters arm slot, repeatable mechanics. Fastball at 79-82 mph, late cut action. Curveball at 69-71 mph, 11-to-5 shape, change-up at 69-72 mph, throws for a strike.
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