6/16/15 - McDaniel is a 5-foot-11, 190-pound right hand-hitting shortstop in Missouri’s 2017 class. He ran a 60 time of 7.35. High 3/4 arm slot, fluid footwork, quick/clean exchange, good carry on throw. Position velo was 81 mph. At the plate, McDaniel has a crouched setup with a smooth load. Swing produces line drives, middle/oppo approach, projectable strong frame. Exit velo was 85 mph. He touched 88 mph twice and worked at 84-86 mph from the mound. All of his pitches showed life. High 3/4 arm slot, some effort, quick arm speed, athletic finish. McDaniel worked at 84-87 mph with his fastball, strike thrower. 12-to-6 curveball, 70-72 mph. Slider at 74-77 mph, 10-to-4 shape. Change-up at 74-76 mph with fastball arm speed, good sink. McDaniel showed velo increase since last event.
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