Ty'Rek
Spikes

Ty'Rek Spikes: OF/2B, (2022) Winton Woods, OH. 5-foot-6, 155-pound. During batting practice, Spikes clocked an exit velocity of 87 mph. (65.62 mph bat speed average). (21.05 mph hand speed average). Setup is comprised of an athletic stance and a short controlled stride. Has above average bat speed, rotational level swing plane and good extension on his finish. Barreled up multiple balls during the round. Solid while in the infield, recorded position velocities up to 73 mph; showed a clean exchange, athletic feet, and soft hands. Athletic in the outfield, his best throws to the infield topped out at 77 mph; has a clean exchange, soft hands, and consistent rhythmic feet. Movements laterally were athletic and he fields the ball out front. Showed a high ¾ slot with a quick arm action. Displayed speed and athleticism at the event, recording a 60 time of 6.65. 

Ty'Rek Spikes: OF/2B, (2022) Winton Woods, OH. 5-foot-6, 155-pound athletic frame. During batting practice, Spikes clocked an exit velocity of 81 mph. Began in a balanced athletic stance with a smooth tight load, then used a controlled stride. Bat speed was above average, used an uphill swing plane and level finish. Barreled up multiple balls during the round. Up the middle approach. Athletic in the infield, recorded a position velocity of 71 mph; shows soft sure hands, a natural exchange, and smooth feet. Athletic from the outfield, he made throws to the infield at velocities up to 76 mph; has smooth feet, soft hands, and a natural exchange. Used a longer arm action with a high ¾ slot while showing consistent accuracy to the base. 

Ty'Rek Spikes: OF/2B, (2022) Winton Woods, OH. 5-foot-6, 155-pound mature solid frame. Solid at the plate, Spikes had a max exit velocity of 84 mph. Began in an athletic stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed was above average, showed a flat swing plane and good extension on his finish. In his round he found some barrels. Up the middle approach. Solid from the outfield, he made throws to the infield at velocities up to 73 mph; showed athletic feet, a quick exchange, and soft hands. Had a high ¾ slot and consistent accuracy to the bag.

Ty'Rek Spikes: OF/2B, (2022) Winton Woods, OH. 5-foot-6, 155-pound athletic frame. At the plate, Spikes recorded an exit velocity of 84 mph. Starts in an athletic balanced stance with a smooth quick load, then uses a leg kick. Had an uphill swing plane and average bat speed. Athletic while in the infield, made throws up to 71 mph; had a developing exchange, sure hands, and quick athletic footwork. Solid his best position velocity in the outfield was registered at 74 mph; shows a developing exchange, consistent developing feet, and sure hands. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. 

Hit: Right-handed hitter that starts in an athletic setup. Very smooth, fluid movements he's able to start early. Tools are well above average with high rotational acceleration. Level path with some natural loft that leads to natural lift of the baseball. Good athlete.
Power: Flashed gap abilities.
Offensive Projection: Top of lineup.
Field: Solid showing in the outfield. Aggressive defender with confidence and above average ball skills. Also worked out in the infield with a classic second baseman skill set.
Throw: Over the top action with jump out of the hand.
Defensive Projection: Multiple Roles.

5/30/18

A right-handed swinger that starts in a taller, slightly open setup. Shows a slight back load with hands through a bat tip prior to launch. Lower half gets going through a slight leg kick prior to his controlled stride forward. Path is slightly uphill, generating a balanced offering of strength and bat speed. Both tools are developing. Contact type at this stage. Worked out in the middle infield. Played under control with quiet actions. Stays low through the baseball displaying soft hands through fielding. Skill set leans towards second base.
Home to 1st: 4.57
Infield Velocity: 66
Exit Velocity: 73