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2015 Caribbean Top Prospect Showcase
Gabriel Santiago is a 2016 C/1B with a 5-8 190 lb. frame from Cabo Rojo, PR who attends Carlos Beltran Baseball Academy. Strong frame with broad shoulders and present strength throughout frame. Primary catcher, begins with a low set and wide base behind the plate, upper half release, compact arm action on throws, arm strength will continued to develop with continued incorporation of lower half, gets on top of throws down to second base. Righthanded hitter, starts with a high back elbow and a bent knee stance in the box. Upper body swing, stays short and direct to to the ball with bat path and keeps hands in on swing. Shift weight through lower half, occasionally gets to front side early, uphill path to ball and looks to lift to pull side, uses the middle of the field. Good student.