LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2022 Jr. National Showcase
Jay Slater is a 2024 C/2B/3B with a 6-0 185 lb. frame from Downingtown, PA who attends Downingtown STEM Academy. Medium, athletic frame with some present strength and additional room to grow moving forward. Ran a 7.54 60-yard dash. Primary catcher, lower set behind the plate, received well in game, nice quickness to overall actions and footwork, works on top of throws and shows nice carry and accuracy to the second base bag, athleticism plays, quick transfer and arm stroke. Longer stride moving up the middle in the infield, shows timing in footwork, similar compact arm action with quickness, nice carry from a higher slot on throws across diamond. Right-handed hitter, begins with a wide base and bent knee stance, big hand load at start of swing. Does a nice job of getting on plane and showed ability to recognize spin and adjust in live action; swings the bat with intent, has present bat speed, occasional top spin off of the barrel, comfort working to pull side. Very good student. Verbal commitment to Michigan.