RJ
Rickabaugh

5-foot-11, 185-pound Pittsburgh commit. Right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and fires his hands from a point of strength with a simple heel-raise stride. Showcased a solid hip turn and a gap-to-gap approach with a feel for the barrel. Registered a bat exit velocity of 87 mph and ran a 7.56 60-yard dash. Polished receiver with quiet receiving skills showcased pop times of 2.09-2.15 on throws of 79 mph out of the crouch with a brief pause in his transition that could be quickly eliminated to lower times to the 2.00 range.

5-foot-10, 175-pound left-handed hitter has an advanced approach at the plate with the ability to utilize all fields. Hits off of a solid lower half with a leg-hang stride and has above average intent. Showed patience at the plate and a solid knowledge of the strike zone going 1-for-5 with three walks over the course of three games. Showed leadership qualities behind the dish and in the dugout. Sound receiver has above average 79 mph arm strength out of the crouch and flashed 2.13 and 2.15 in game pop times on a pair of runners caught stealing.

5-foot-10, 175-pound left-handed hitter starts from an open stance and initiates his swing with a leg-hang stride. Displayed a strong hip turn and some lift to his swing with some barrel wrap that cause some length. Registered an 86 mph bat exit velocity and ran a 7.65 60-yard dash. Showcased advanced 79 mph arm strength out of the crouch with a top pop time of 2.10. Solid all-around skill set with a chance to be a premier defender behind the dish. Definite follow in this class.