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2021 California Workout Camp Session 5
James Whitman is a 2022 1B/RHP, OF with a 6-4 230 lb. frame from Spring Valley, CA who attends Helix. Extra-Large frame with an already filling out build showing strength throughout the frame. Ran a 7.19 second sixty yard dash. Primary First Baseman, sitting back on the baseball as he proved to have feel for the footwork while keeping the play in front of him. Confident with the glove as he scooped it up and was accurate with throws. Fundamental in his footwork as he turned the proper way. Projects here going forward with his size and feel for the position. Secondary Right-Handed Pitcher, working with a fluid motion as he stays balanced and uses his lower half well. Released from a high three quarter slot with a good temp. Fastball up to 80 mph with life out of hand as he filled up the zone with it. Also mixed in a slurvy breaking ball and a fading changeup. Upside on the mound showing. Right-Handed Hitter, starting even as he works into a leg kick to stride. Creates separation and then fires the hips & hands. Bat speed showing as he impacts out front using a downhill swing path. Generates backspin and proved he could pull it for power. Very loud contact generated when he squared it up and projects as a power type bat. Outstanding Student. Named to California Workout Camp Top Prospect List.