Ty
Mcguirk

This was our first look this year at 2025 3B/RHP Ty McGuirk and his overall game has made big strides since the summer/fall. Athletic look and frame at 6-foot-1, 185-pounds and had really trended upwards on the mound. The fastball sat 84-85mph and the curveball was his best secondary pitch at 70-73mph with top-to-bottom action and depth. Also flashed a changeup that has potential, along with a developing slider.

Has really blossomed on the infield with more athleticism, smooth footwork and movements along with arm strength across the diamond (85mph). Has the look of a player who can stick at third base down the road. Swings with intent and a big leg-kick from the right-side and although it wasn’t his best round of BP we’ve seen, there’s plenty of potential in his offensive game. Peak exit velocity of 87.9mph.

Another player who flashed his upside on both sides is 2025 SS/RHP Ty McGuirk. Was one of the best on the infield with his combination of size, footwork, actions and arm strength (75mph). It wasn’t the best round of BP we’ve seen from him but he found a few barrels and showed what he’s capable of at the dish. On the mound he sat 77-79 with the fastball and had feel for his breaking ball. Lots to like in the frame right now at 6-foot, 170-pounds and there’s no doubt he’s one of the top prospects in Barrie’s organization.

McGuirk was an exciting surprise at the FG Frenzy. The athleticism of the 6-foot, 170-pound body stood out immediately at shortstop where he showed off the ability to pick it with soft hands, easy actions. At the plate, McGuirk made some noise showing plenty of potential juice with a raw swing that showed some feel for the barrel. On the bump, the high-waisted righty was able to use his lengthy limbs to his advantage, utilizing his lower half well. McGuirk worked with a high leg kick and threw from a ¾ slot with an easy, athletic delivery, and quick, loose arm action. The young RHP sat 77-80 with some arm side run and a tight 65-67 slider, getting lots of in-zone misses on both pitches.

An exciting young 2025, the first thing you notice about McGuirk is the length of his limbs. Already 5-foot-10, 150-pounds, McGuirk has an easy swing with tempo, he finishes high and catches lots of barrels. He’s not strong quite yet, but based on the way he’s shaped and the way he moves, it’s easy to tell there could be something there. As a kid who just started the 9th-grade, there’s a lot to dream on with McGuirk somewhere on the diamond.