Karsten
Menard

5-31-17
A 5-foot-6, 150-pound frame packed with athleticism that shows in his 6.84 60 and 88 mph exit velo. Offensively, the right-handed hitter bats from an upright stance with loose hands. Uses a small load, long stride, and short path to the ball. Showed a pull approach with some lift in BP, found consistent barrels, one of the best rounds of the day. Defensively, shows good hands and feet with range, throws from a 3/4 slot, short arm action, 79 mph across the diamond with some accuracy and carry. In the game, went 1-for-3 with two fly outs and a hard hit single.    

10-29-17
A 5-foot-6, 160-pound frame with some surprising strength. Offensively, the right-handed hitter bats from a balanced and upright set-up with some rhythm through. Uses a small load and long stride with hands that are short and quick to the ball and a flat path through extension. In BP, shows a middle to pull and flat approach with doubles pop, consistent barrels. Exit velo of 88 mph. Runs a 6.76 60. Defensively, shows very active feet,moves laterally extremely well, and has above average hands. Throws from a high-¾ slot when stationary with a full arm action, shows some accuracy and carry, 79 mph across the diamond. In the game, grounded out twice, but put pressure on the defenders, getting down the line in a hurry.

2/4/18
A 5-foot-6, 150-pound frame packed with athleticism. Offensively, the right-handed hitter bats from an upright stance with loose hands. Uses a small load, long stride, and short path to the ball. In BP, shows middle of the field and flat approach with the ability to go the other way or pull when necessary, advanced bat speed, mostly barrels, 88 mph exit velo. Runs a 6.76 60, getting up to speed quickly. Defensively, shows well above average lateral movement and range to go along with active feet and solid hands. Throws from a high-¾ slot with a quick arm, 83 mph with some accuracy.