Patrick
Birrer

9/22/13
6-foot-1, 185 pounds with a strong athletic frame.  Registered a 4.32 home to first time.  Throws from an over the top slot with long arm action.  Plays well through the ball allowing him to get good pace on his throws.  Top arm speed of 76 mph from the outfield.  Featuring a smooth left handed stroke, Birrer incorporates his lower half creating a powerful swing.  Starts with an open stance, and uses a slightly long stride.  Has a tendency to dive towards the plate.  Gap-to-gap type hitter.  Registered a top exit velocity of 88 mph off the tee. 

8/10/13
6-foot-1, 185-pound outfielder with strong, athletic build. Uses long arm action through high ¾ arm slot. Throws uphill. Reached top velocity of 79 mph. Shows some length to his transfer. At the plate, the left-handed hitter starts with a big, open stance. Manages to square up his front side in his load. Uses a short stride. Quick hands through the zone with uphill path to the ball. Pull tendencies with some power in his swing. Registered a top exit velocity of 89 mph. Ran a 4.25 out of the box.

7/27/12
Shows potential as a player with versatility. Ran 7.03 60 yard dash with good arm strength. Shows potential as a catcher with 2.24-2.4 times and 74 mph velocity from the crouch. Good hand load with bat, quick into zone with long finish.