Will
Taigen

Will Taigen: OF/RHP, (2024) Shaker Heights, OH. 6-foot-2, 190-pound. (72.9 mph bat speed average). (21.8 mph hand speed average). Began in a balanced quiet stance with a compact load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed is efficient, displays a simple upward swing plane and high finish. Solid in the outfield, his best throw of the day was clocked at 85 mph; had consistent footwork, a natural exchange, and sure hands. Movements laterally were athletic and he fields the ball out front. Had a loose arm action with a high ¾ slot. The athletic recruit showcased his speed with a sub-seven 60 time of 6.71. 

Will Taigen: OF/RHP, (2024) Shaker Heights, OH. 6-foot-2, 190-pound. In the box, the right-handed hitter's best exit velocity was 95 mph. (73.7 mph bat speed average). (21.7 mph hand speed average). Begins in a balanced athletic stance with a controlled load, then uses a small leg kick. Had a loose uphill swing plane and flashed present bat speed. Solid in the outfield, his best throw of the day was clocked at 85 mph; had a natural exchange, soft hands, and consistent footwork. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Used a high ¾ slot and a quick arm action. Performed well in the 60-yard dash, clocking a speedy time of 6.86.  (Max spin ; Avg ). 

Will Taigen: OF/RHP, (2024) Shaker Heights, OH. 6-foot-2, 190-pound. (70.7 mph bat speed average). (21.6 mph hand speed average). Begins in an athletic stance with a controlled load, then uses a small leg kick. Bat speed is quick, has a simple upward swing plane and high finish. Solid in the outfield, he used momentum and arm strength to record throws up to 94 mph;has consistent feet, a natural exchange, and sure hands. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Showed a quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. Displayed speed and athleticism at the event, recording a 60 time of 6.82.   

Will Taigen: OF/RHP, (2024) Shaker Heights, OH. 6-foot-1, 155-pound athletic frame. During batting practice, Taigen's best exit velocity was 82 mph. Begins in an active athletic stance with a high slow load, then uses a leg kick. Bat speed was average, and had a level swing plane. Athletic in the outfield, his throws to the bases were maxed out at 75 mph; shows a clean exchange, soft hands, and athletic feet. Fields the ball one hand, movements laterally were athletic. On the mound, showed a ¾ arm angle and a quick arm action with good arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows some effort. Has an athletic balance point. Threw his fastball 71-75 mph; shows running action and arm side command. Throws a 11/5 curveball (55-59) that has gradual action. Shows fading action and arm side control on his changeup (60-64).