Chasen
Claus

4/8/17 5-foot-10, 180-pounder demonstrated between inning pop times of 2.19-2.22. The right-handed hitter starts from a square stance showing ability to get bat on plane early.  An in game opposite field single highlighted his ability to stay inside baseball while letting baseball get deep.

9/14/14 Claus displayed pop times of 2.25-2.35 on throws of 70 mph from the crouch. The 5-foot-10, 185-pound sophomore, a starter at 1B as a freshman, also displays capable defensive actions around the bag at 1B. Claus started from a square stance offensively and utilized a flat swing path with no stride to consistently barrel the baseball during his round of batting practice. The right-handed hitter showcased a bat exit velocity of 70 mph and showed an ability to use all fields with regularity.

6/18/13 Claus is a 5-foot-8, 180-pound right handed hitting catcher that showcased sound receiving and blocking abilities. He displayed pop times of 2.38-2.40 on throws of 66 mph out of the crouch. Claus hits from a square stance with almost no load phase in his swing. He stayed behind the baseball well and consistently squared the baseball with a bat exit velocity of 76 mph. Claus has a projectable catcher's frame and should continue to develop arm strength and bat speed as his body continues to mature.

12/27/12 Claus is an 8th grader with projectable size who showed well. He used a 72 mph bat exit speed and good extension to drive baseballs repeatedly during his round of batting practice. He shows power potential and the ability to hit for average. Claus showcased pop times of 2.30-2.40 on throws of 64 mph from the crouch.