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2007 Sunshine West Showcase
Tyler Nelson is a 2008 C/OF with a 5'8'', 200 lb. frame from Gig Harbor, Washington, who attends Bellarmine Prep High School. Defensively he blocks balls in the dirt well behind the plate. He squares up well and keeps the ball in front. He has a nice transfer on his throws, and he showed good accuracy. He works hard behind the plate. At the plate he is a right handed hitter who hits from an average base. Nelson has strength in his swing showing projectable power. He gets leverage at the point of contact giving him the ability to drive the balls at times. He has bat speed, and is aggressive. He needs to keep his weight back so he doesn't get hurt by off-speed pitches. Nelson took good game swings. He is a nice student as well.