2027 3B Steven Thomas Jr (Colonie, NY) possesses a compact, physical 5-7.2, 200.4-pound frame. He has an explosive lower half evidenced by his 21.5 vertical jump. He ran a 7.15 60-yard dash. At the plate, he produced a max exit velocity of 97 mph, showcasing well above average power tool, along with an average exit velocity of 83.9 mph, and reached a max distance of 360 feet, producing carry and distance off the barrel. He recorded an average bat speed of 72.1 mph, showcasing well above average bat speed. Across the infield, he threw 78 mph, showcasing above average arm strength.
Physical: 5-foot-7, 170 pounds; Athletic, proportional build. 7.21 runner in the 60. Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet shoulder width apart; has a pre-pitch bat waggle. Short take back with the hands with a slight leg-kick for timing. Stays behind the ball while showing a strong lower half. Showed a swing path that gets around the ball with a a high finish. More groundballs than line drives and flyballs with a peak exit velocity of 85 MPH via Trackman. 55% sweet spot percentage w/ a strong frame to drive the ball effectively. Defensively: Starts with a balanced setup; uses prep hop while playing low to the ground. Hands are out in front while funneling to the hip before transfer. Short take back from a low 3/4 arm slot. INF - 71 MPH. Shows flashes of athleticism at his position.
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2027 3B Steven Thomas Jr (Colonie, NY) possesses a compact, physical 5-7.2, 200.4-pound frame. He has an explosive lower half evidenced by his 21.5 vertical jump. He ran a 7.15 60-yard dash. At the plate, he produced a max exit velocity of 97 mph, showcasing well above average power tool, along with an average exit velocity of 83.9 mph, and reached a max distance of 360 feet, producing carry and distance off the barrel. He recorded an average bat speed of 72.1 mph, showcasing well above average bat speed. Across the infield, he threw 78 mph, showcasing above average arm strength.
Athletic Testing
- 60 Yard Dash: (10 yard) 1.71 sec (30 yard) 3.96 sec (60 yard) 7.15 sec
- Peak Jump Height: 21.5 in
- Grip Strength (R/L): 130.8 lbs/ 121.4 lbs
- Vizual Edge Score: 71.64
Physical: 5-foot-7, 170 pounds; Athletic, proportional build. 7.21 runner in the 60.
Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet shoulder width apart; has a pre-pitch bat waggle. Short take back with the hands with a slight leg-kick for timing. Stays behind the ball while showing a strong lower half. Showed a swing path that gets around the ball with a a high finish. More groundballs than line drives and flyballs with a peak exit velocity of 85 MPH via Trackman. 55% sweet spot percentage w/ a strong frame to drive the ball effectively.
Defensively: Starts with a balanced setup; uses prep hop while playing low to the ground. Hands are out in front while funneling to the hip before transfer. Short take back from a low 3/4 arm slot. INF - 71 MPH. Shows flashes of athleticism at his position.