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2020 Sunshine West Showcase
Branden Franz is a 2023 MIF/RHP, 3B with a 5-4 120 lb. frame from Oro Valley, AZ who attends Catalina Foothills. Primary middle-infielder with a young build and room to fill out the frame. Field out front, coming through the ball well and with developing quickness to the footwork. Has some quickness to the charge, making throws across the diamond at 68 miles per hour. Right-handed hitter that starts from a tall and even stance, with a high back elbow and drifting shift to contact. Has a line drive barrel plane with developing bat speed, using all fields well and staying inside the ball. Makes consistent, line drive contact throughout the round. Secondary right-handed pitcher maintains good direction in the delivery, showcasing a long arm action from a high three-quarter slot. Locates the fastball to all four quadrants at 64-67 miles per hour. Mixes speeds with a 12-6 curveball at 55 miles per hour, using it well to create swings-and-misses. Stays on the attack and works ahead of hitters with consistency.