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2019 South Prospect Showcase
Matthew Branch is a 2020 C/1B/RHP with a 6-1 245 lb. frame from Grand Prairie, TX who attends Grand Prairie. Large frame with a broad chest and large build. Ran an 8.18 second 60-yard dash. Worked out defensively as a primary catcher. Sets up in a lower side straddle stance. Deliberate movements coming out of the stance, gaining ground towards the bag. Longer exchanges into arm action with slight carry down topping out at 74 MPH and popping a 2.05 during workouts. Also worked out as a secondary first baseman. Moves around the bag well with some athleticism in footwork. Fields out in front and into the body. Limited arm strength across the diamond topping out at 71 MPH. Righthanded hitter with a slightly open stance to start. Line drive swing plane through the zone generating solid bat speed. Shows looseness in swing flashing raw power that can continue to grow. Secondary righthanded pitcher with a small side step delivery into a high leg lift above the belt. Longer arm action in the back into a three-quarter release. Straight fastball to the zone working both halves well topping out at 80 MPH. Developing feel for a sweeping curveball.