Jacob
Godman

Godman transferred from local UNLV to CSN for the 2021 season. A well built 6-2 200 RHH catcher with all the tools to catch at the next level, he showed a solid setup to catch with a wide base and a high backside to move and slide side-side to receive. He features soft quiet hands to stick pitches and his head is still. His quick lower ½ and plus feet, coupled with a plus exchange, allows for proper throwing mechanics, in getting off abv avg times to 2B (1.87-1.95 pop times), while showing a 60 arm. His throws were through the bag and on the money! The offense is less than what’s needed for the position, as he shows an even prop semi crouched square stance in his setup and gets to separation, while whistling the bat through the zone w/98 MPH exit velos. The question will be with limited playing time at UNLV (4 AB’s) his ability to hit will be monitored in ‘21. A fresh start and in an everyday role, he will get those AB’s and get his feet under him. There’s no question about the receiving ability, the body, arm strength and the quickness of his release to control the running game. The defensive part of the equation is strong and a team looking for a premium defender should take this kid, because the defense will carry to the games highest level. (Scholzen)