Jonny
Deets

+ SS Johnny Deets (La Crosse Aquinas, 2027) is one of the top sophomores in the state, showing up a stronger, more athletic version of himself over the weekend; standing at 5-foot-8, 177 pounds. Deets improved his run time from a 6.98 to a 6.80 seconds 60-yard dash and jumped 28.8 inches, second best of the day. At the plate, the right-hander reached 93 max exit velocity with average exit velocity of 88 mph displaying consistent barrel contact throughout the round. Possesses such a compact and repeatable swing with feel to hit. Defensively, Deets is a steady defender capable of playing sticking on the left-side, showing steady actions and range to both sides paired with arm strength up to 86 mph.

Jonny Deets, La Crosse Aquinas (MN), 2027
Positional Profile: SS/3B
Body: 5-8, 158-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Stock setup, lands slightly closed, gets good separation, loose and easy with quality rhythm and timing. Quick hands, whole field approach, line drives, hitterish. 67.1 mph bat speed with 10 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 92 max exit velocity, averaged 85.0 mph. 346' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-81 mph. Quick release, arm plays on the move.
Defense: Soft hands that work confidently out front, quick transfer, natural and athletic actions.
ATH: 30.70 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 56.55 Edge Score

Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-9, 147-pounds. Athletic build, some strength in lower half.
Hit: RHH. Relaxed setup, rhythmic, methodical leg lift into controlled stride. Loose bat speed through the ball, ball jumps off the bat, hitterish feel to this swing. 68.1 mph bat speed with 9 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 85 max exit velocity, averaged 74.9 mph. 284' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-84 mph. Quick arm action, 3/4 slot, carry.
Defense: Sure handed, athletic actions,shuffle to throw, quick feet that cover ground.
ATH: 6.98 runner in the 60. 31.00 max vertical.

INF Jonny Deets (La Crosse Aquinas, 2027) showed exactly why he is one of the top ranked players in the state’s freshman class with his performance on Sunday. Despite being one of the youngest players, the freshman ran one of the quicker 60-yard dashes of the event at 6.98 seconds and also reach a 31.0” vertical jump, too. Deets also impressed with the bat showcasing his feel for the barrel and a balanced and rhythmic swing. In the infield, Deets showcased quality action and plenty of arm to stick at shortstop as he topped at 84 mph across.

INF Johnny Deets (Aquinas, 2027) came away as one of the biggest winners from the PBR Junior Future Games in late July, and continued to impress here at The Rock. Deets has an innate feel for the barrel, and is consistently making hard contact in front of our staff. To pair with his bat, Deets is also an athletic infielder that ran a 7.09 60-yard dash in July and also displays smooth defensive actions to pair. Definitely a prospect to keep an eye on moving forward.

MIF Jonny Deets (Aquinas, 2027) was one of the top performers on Team Wisconsin during its workout day. He’s a smooth defender with up-the-middle actions and above-average arm strength (78 mph) for his age. Deets’ slick defense complements his simple, athletic right-handed bat, with which he landed consistent barreled contact, low-lying liners to all fields. 

MIF Jonny Deets (Aquinas, 2027) was one of the top performers on Team Wisconsin during its workout day. He’s a smooth defender with up-the-middle actions and above-average arm strength (78 mph) for his age. Deets’ slick defense complements his simple, athletic right-handed bat, with which he landed consistent barreled contact, low-lying liners to all fields.