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2018 Midwest Prospect Showcase
Samuel Otten is a 2020 C/2B with a 5-8 145 lb. frame from Dakota Dunes, SD who attends Dakota Valley. Compact frame with an athletic build and square shoulders. Room to add strength in the future. Ran a 7.74 second 60-yard dash. Worked out defensively as a primary catcher. Sets up in a side straddle stance while receiving deep. Stays low through transfer while gaining towards the bag. Short circle in the back into soft carry down to the bag topping out at 68 miles per hour and a workout pop time of 2.32. Also worked out as a secondary infielder. Sits back and fields with a deep funnel. Developing actions with the glove. Throws topping out at 70 miles per hour while staying accurate to the bag. Right handed hitter with an even stance to start. Utilizes a short heel lift trigger for timing. Rotational actions through stroke. Compact path to the ball with a flat swing plane.