Josh
Rich

7/18/17 5-foot-9, 170-pound primary catcher played outfield during the course of two games showcasing solid routes to the baseball and above average arm strength in cutting down a runner at the plate from right field.  During defensive evaluations, displayed quick feet and a clean transition in registering pop time of 2.02-2.09 behind the plate. The right-handed hitter went 2-for-11 with a walk in game action while making several loud outs on barreled baseballs.

10/29/16 5-foot-9, 165-pound junior displayed an above average defensive skill set registering pop times of 2.07-2.22 on throws of 74 mph from the crouch. Displayed a quick, clean transfer with limited wasted movement with solid carry on all throws and ran a 7.23 60-yard dash. The right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and utilizes a heel raise stride to initiate his swing. Stays behind and through the baseball well while showcasing a gap-to-gap approach with a bat exit velocity of 77 mph.

2/14/16 5-foot-9, 155-pound right-handed hitter. Starts from a square stance with a high hands load and initiates his swing with a short stride. A deep load leads to some length in his swing but he showed a feel for the barrel and solid extension with a bat exit velocity of 84 mph. Flashed a quick release and active feet with pop times of 2.15-2.28 on throws of 72 mph out of the crouch. Solid receiver allows the ball to work with a quiet body and soft glove hand.

11/7/15 Rich is a 5-foot-9, 150-pound right-handed hitter who ran a 7.38 60-yard dash and posted a 75 mph bat exit velocity. Starts from a wide square stance and strides to a soft front foot that he tends to roll over. Limited pre-swing movement and a deep load lead to some length in his swing. Showcased a soft receiving hand, a clean transition and quick feet during his defensive workout. Flashed pop times of 2.03-2.12 on throws of 72 mph from the crouch. Will continue to progress in all facets of the game with physical maturity and strength gains.