Connor
Christenson

Connor Christenson: SS/2B, (2023) Archbishop Moeller, OH. 5-foot-9, 160-pound. Solid in the box, the right-handed hitter's best exit velocity was 89 mph. Starts in a balanced stance with a small controlled load, then uses a short stride. Bat speed is efficient, and has high finish. Found some barrels in his round. Line drive approach. Solid in the infield, had a live arm with throws that topped out at 87 mph; showed soft hands, athletic feet, and a natural fluid exchange. Fields the ball out front. In the 60-yard dash, he clocked a time of 7.01. 

Connor Christenson: SS/2B, (2023) Archbishop Moeller, OH. 5-foot-9, 160-pound athletic frame. At the plate, Christenson was ranked 1st with an exit velocity of 98 mph.Begins in an athletic stance with a quick controlled load, then uses a leg kick. Bat speed was average, and used a level swing plane. Above average in the infield, had a live arm with throws that topped out at 89 mph; shows athletic feet, soft hands, and a clean exchange. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. 

Scouting Notes: Obvious athleticism on the mound which isn't surprising considering his performance as a position player. Fast arm with already respectable velocity and undoubtedly more in the tank. Also spun and above average breaking ball. Impressive combination of stuff and feel.
Fastball: 79-82mph.
Fastball Spin Rate: 1928-2261rpm.
Breaking Ball: 65-66mph..
Breaking Ball Spin Rate: 2404-2438rpm.

Hit:Controlled/athletic movements that come together for an overall efficient loading sequence. Continues to get more physical each time we see him. Loudest BP we've seen from him yet. Stock up here offensively.
Power:Regular gap pop.
Offensive Projection:Multiple Roles.
Field:The top defender in the infield we saw in the group. Checks all the boxes. Well coached with the ability to create angle on the routine play while also showcasing athleticism/ball skills to make plays on the move.
Throw:Above average strength.
Defensive Projection:MIF.

Hit: Right-handed hitter that starts in a taller setup. Swing works, showing feel for both his movements and his barrel. Respectable jump with the ability to use all fields.
Power: Line drive pop.
Offensive Projection: Top of lineup.
Max BP Exit Velocity: 89 mph
Max BP Distance: 292 ft
Field: Good player, ton of feel in the infield, feet work and ball skills are advanced. Cna really defend.
Throw: Clean arm with more to come.
Defensive Projection: Arm, athleticism and ball skills to play wherever you need him.

Body Type: 5-foot-7, 135-pound prospect.
Swing Mechanics: A right-handed hitter that starts in an upright setup. Uses a short stride during back load with hands.
Hit: Balanced launch with a compact stroke that has some loft to it. Would easily see more pop with a more efficient lower half. Contact hitter who showed pull side tendencies in BP. A bit quicker than he is physical with the bat but both tools are above average.
Power: Line drive hitter.
Offensive Projection: Top of the lineup.
Field: Talented infielder that looks the par tout there. Feet work well and he plays through the ball athletically with rhythm. Middle skills et.
Throw: Arm is already respectable and plays up due to quick transfer.
Defensive Projection: MIF.

Body Type: 5-foot-5, 125-pound thin frame.
Swing Mechanics: Simple and efficient swing, shows some quickness to the hands.
Hit: Good feel for the barrel for age. Made consistent contact creating some backspin on the ball.
Power: Line drive hitter with developing power. 78 mph exit velocity.
Offensive Projection: Multiple roles.
Run: 4.78 H to 1st
Field: Solid defender that has a middle look to him. Mechanically sound with feel for both feet and hands. Ball skills are above average for class.
Throw: Arm will continue to add MPHs as physical maturation takes its course.
Defensive Projection: MIF. 

1/26/19
Body Type: 5-foot-5, 125-pound with much more physical maturing to go.
Swing Mechanics: Tall stance with simple mechanics before swing decision.
Hit: Balanced swing on a slightly downhill path. Has some feel for the barrel and works to the middle of the field.
Power: 75 mph exit velocity. Balanced offering of strength and bat speed, both tools projecting for more.
Offensive Projection: Table Setter/Ball Mover.
Run: 4.72 H-1st.
Field: Middle infielder that moves light on his feet and can create angles. Ball skills are above average class.
Throw: 70 mph arm strength across the diamond. Quick release with an accurate arm.
Defensive Projection: Middle Infield.

7/10/18
A right-handed hitter that starts in a balanced stance. Shows a slight back load with hands during his short stride for timing, balanced swing on a level path. Presently offers a balanced combination of strength and bat speed through the zone. Contact type bat. Worked out in the middle infield. Actions are smooth and ball skills are above average. Middle skill set with quick feet and soft hands.
60-yard dash: 8.1
Infield Velocity: 59
Exit Velocity: 66