2021 Sunshine Southwest (05/22/2021 - 05/23/2021)

5/23/2021 8:30:39 PM

Jordan Deano Nelson (2022 2B, Ranch Palos Verdes, CA) had a multi hit game and showed off his speed on the bases. Short, compact swing with bat speed and has a whole field approach. Solid run tool and stole two bases in game.

Tyler Johnson (2023 3B, Gilbert, AZ) is running his fastball up to 82. Clean compact arm action with quick arm speed. Projectable frame and has some feel for a breaking ball. Solid package with good command/control.

Erick Thompson (2024 3B, Mesa, AZ) has hit 82 with his fastball. The pitch has very evident arm side run. Has feel for CH too. Shows off a CB that has some depth to it.

Castle Keaton (2023 3B, Spokane, WA) had a nice outing on the mound. His fastball was up to 81, slider/slurve looks effective. Good arm action. Repeats his delivery well. His change-up shows fade to it.

Ford Puplava (2024 OF, Scottsdale, AZ) showed off an impressive arm in rightfield. He gunned out a two runners at the plate in the same inning. His arm is solid and his throws have excellent carry on them. Solid routes/reactions on flyballs as well.

Owen Guest (2022 C, Tucson, AZ) is a great defender behind the plate. Solid receiving ability and good catch and throw skills. Shifts well and can block tough pitches. Really nice overall package that pitchers will want to throw to.

Xander Ras (2023 SS, Phoenix, AZ) had another superb defensive day up the middle. He made another outstanding play at second showing off his range then followed it up by making a nice snag on a hard liner at shortstop. He is a great fit at either up the middle spot with great arm strength.

Myles Amey (2022 1B, Marana, AZ) is a very toolsy player that roped a triple in game to the left-center-field gap. Swing has a ton of strength and he's quick the ball. Good run tool and puts a lot of pressure on fielders with his speed.

Devan Johnson (2022 OF, Albuquerque, NM) barreled up a few balls in game. Swing has some loft to it and really uses his lower half well to drive the ball. Balanced swing with strength to it.

5/23/2021 8:18:10 PM

Mason Saint Hilarie (2022 OF, Tucson, AZ) was all over the bases this morning. He racked up two hits in the ballgame, one was a hard barrel for a triple to right field. He shows a good line drive plane swing and ability to make hard contact consistently. 

Kade Thompson (2024 C, Gilbert, AZ) shows some present strength in his frame and the ability to drive the baseball. Kade racked up a double to right center field in this mornings action. 

Aaron Gutierrez (2023 RHP, Mesquite, NM) racked up two hits this morning both single back up the middle. He shows a patient approach at the plate and lets the ball travel into the hitting zone. 

Edward Peters (2024 SS, Aptos, CA) showed some pop in his bat as he was able to hit a shot to deep left field for a double. He works from a strong lower half with good bat speed and the ability to find the barrel.

Jayden Sanchez (2023 OF, Riverside, CA) was all over the field in this mornings action. He was able to rack up an outfield assist with a strong throw from center field to get the runner at third base. He also found his way on base and was able to swipe multiple bags to show off his elite speed. 

5/23/2021 7:37:01 PM

Christopher Gaudio (2022 RHP, Scottsdale, AZ): Gaudio went up with an aggressive approach, jumping on a fastball for a double to right-center field, once again displaying the bat speed and ability to use the entire field.

Aaron Powell (2022 LHP, Phoenix, AZ): Powell showcased an above-average arm from the outfield while throwing out a runner at the plate. The outfielder showed a prototypical right field arm with the arm strength to generate carry thru the bag.

Espn Simpson (2024 3B, Riverside, CA): Simpson showed off his strength and feel for the barrel with a triple to deep right-center field. Simpson showcased his speed while reaching third, turning the bases quickly and efficiently.

Cole Reece (2023 3B, Gilbert, AZ): Reece displayed a mature, line drive approach while in the box, resulting in two base hits. The infielder showed the ability to get the barrel out front and lined a ball to left field for his second knock. He also was up to 82 mph on the mound with heavy sink.

Connor Morrison (2023 C, Chandler, AZ): Morrison cruised through his two innings of work. The right-hander features a strong frame helping him run his fastball up to 81 mph with good sink. He pairs it with a fairly tight slider at 72 mph.

5/23/2021 6:08:28 PM

Sebastian Lopez (2022 SS, Henderson, NV): Lopez showed good feel for the barrel in his first at-bat. The infielder uses a line drive approach to drive a ball back up the middle for a single. He immediately followed it with a stolen base, showing off good speed and reaction with ability to get a good jump.

Connor Morrison (2023 C, Chandler, AZ): Morrison displayed a solid catch and throw ability from behind the plate with a caught stealing. The backstop flashed a quick ball transfer and body control allowing him to get carry thru the bag on the throw to second.

Parker Vint (2022 3B, Henderson, NV): Vint stayed back on a pitch and drove a ball to the right-center field gap for a double. The infielder features above-average power with the ability to drive the ball to all parts of the field. He also worked up to 84 mph on the mound with heavy sink.

Calvin Warrillow (2023 OF, Toronto, ON): Warrillow, who has shown good barrel feel all weekend, finds another one for an RBI single to left field. The outfielder flashes the ability to get the bat head out and turn on a pitch despite using an up-the-middle approach.

Kyle Sleconich (2022 LHP, Chandler, AZ): Sleconich put a quality swing on a ball for a single back up the middle. The left-handed hitter has projectable power due to his above-average bat speed and  natural loft.

Eathen Rush (2023 OF, Gilbert, AZ): Rush looked good in his start on the mound. The right-hander ran his fastball up to 86 mph. He paired it with a slurve at 70 mph that got better as the outing went on.

Joseph Barnhardt (2021 C, Stockton, CA): Barnhardt came in relief and closed the game out. The strong right-hander was not afraid to go at hitters, frequently throwing his fastball on the inner half. The offering sat 82-84 mph with a lot of sink.

5/23/2021 4:37:22 PM

Mason Krznarich (2022 1B, Mesa, AZ): Krznarich showed the ability to get the bat head out front with an extra-base hit down the right-field line. The left-handed slugger uses his large 6-foot-5, 235-pound frame to generate above-average power to the pullside.

Christopher Gaudio (2022 RHP, Scottsdale, AZ): Gaudio put his bat speed and ability to use the entire field on display with a hard hit single to the opposite field.

Tommy Chiappetti (2023 MIF, Buckeye, AZ): Chiappetti used solid command and a quality pitch mix to keep hitters off balance during his outing. The right-hander showed the ability to paint the fastball on multiple occasions, allowing his breaking ball to work well off of it.

Austin Kalsek (2023 RHP, Goodyear, AZ): Kalsek, a projectable right-hander standing at 6-foot-2, 150-pounds, showcased the ability to spin the ball well, throwing a tight breaking slider with swing and miss potential.  He backed it with a quality fastball that allowed him to get ahead of hitters.

Garrett Diem (2021 RHP, Kingman, AZ): Diem showed solid glove actions with the ability to work through a tough hop on a challenging play charging from third base.

Gavin Smith (2024 SS, Chandler, AZ): Smith displayed his ability to cover ground at short, ranging far to his left and making the on-the-run throw to get him. His athleticism allows him to make throws from different angles.

Joseph Barnhardt (2021 C, Stockton, CA): Barnhardt showed his above-average pullside power with a triple deep to left field. The 6-foot-2, 210-pound features a strong frame and quality bat speed.

5/23/2021 5:58:59 AM

Caleb Kennedy (2023 C, Palo Cedro, CA) showed off a compact swing and gets the bat head to the ball well. Great feel for the barrel and frequently found it in this BP session. Uses the whole field well and the ball carries well of his bat.

Collin Riff (2022 RHP, Scottsdale, AZ) showed off impressive raw power in the box. Long levered swing with strength behind it. Solid juice to his pull side.

Griffin Biggs (2022 OF, Tigard, OR) has solid strength in his swing and keeps the bat on plane. Easy juice and was spraying liners all over the field. Showed off solid bat speed and some bat to ball ability.

Juan Carlos Kalemera (2023 OF, Phoenix, AZ) had a nice feel for the barrel. Has solid strength in his swing with a simple stride and pre pitch timing mechanism. He should continue to grow into more power as he fills out.

Aiden Joaquin (2023 SS, Kamuela, HI) swings with real whip and recoil to it. Solid bat speed with a level bat plane and made lots of loud contact. Has a good feel for the barrel and the ball carries well to all fields.

Joseph Barnhardt (2021 C, Stockton, CA) put on a show in BP. His ball has solid backspin and has power to all fields. Swings with some natural loft and has a ton of strength in it. Great bat to ball skills and plate coverage.

Garrett Diem (2021 RHP, Kingman, AZ) had a nice feel for the barrel and was showing off impressive power to pullside. Can really crush the ball middle-in and has some projection left. Should continue to add strength.

Antonio Carter (2022 OF, Hayward, CA) had nice pullside power and the ball really carried well off his bat. Feel for the barrel is solid and finds it often. Swings with purpose and nice bat speed.

Bowen Stinson (2022 C, Portland, OR) had impressive bat speed. There's some solid barrel control here. Used the whole field well and has an up the middle approach.

Grant DeGraffenreid (2022 1B, Chandler, AZ) has a big leg lift and solid strength in his swing. Powerful hip rotation and the ball finds the barrel well. Gets solid extension in the swing.

Dom Harris (2024 3B, Scottsdale, AZ) has an unorthodox swing but it works well for him. Lots of bat speed and explodes well through the ball. Utilizes his lower half well.

Nicholas Cook (2022 OF, Poway, CA) showed off a longer swing with strength to it. Has barrel control and the ball has nice carry off his bat. LD oriented swing.

Jake Gallagher (2022 SS, Lake Tapps, WA) has a nice swing with great bat speed. Level bat path and has juice to it. Whole field approach and his actions in the box look very hitterish.

Aidan Janke (2022 C, Castle Rock, CO) had a good looking swing. Good pop and really can barrel it up when he gets the bat head through the zone. He has a big left lift and timing mechanism that helps him generate power.

Christopher Gaudio (2022 RHP, Scottsdale, AZ) found the barrel frequently. There's nice bat speed and strength to his swing. Level bat plane and should be adding more power as soon as he fills out more.

Kaden Coutts (2023 C, Peoria, AZ) has a quick swing with a big recoil. Good raw power to pullside. Simple set up and tries to do damage with each swing.

Devan Johnson (2022 OF, Albuquerque, NM) had a compact swing with above average power. Balanced swing and found the barrel often. Has enough bat speed to utilize his power.

Erick Thompson (2024 3B, Mesa, AZ) utilizes his raw strength in his swing. Ball comes off his bat with solid backspin and has power to all fields. Good bat speed and has a feel for the barrel.

Jayden Sanchez (2023 OF, Riverside, CA) has a very athletic and compact swing. His raw power is impressive and he gets good carry even when he misses the barrel. Has projection to fill out and continue adding power.

Seth Graham-Pippin (2023 RHP, Henderson, NV) showed off some nice raw power as well. Solid strength and used the whole field well.

Marcus Matias (2023 OF, Henderson, NV) had simple swing that allowed him to show off his solid bat to ball skills. Solid feel for the barrel and uses a whole field approach. Made a lot of loud contact in his BP round.

5/23/2021 1:28:22 AM

5/23/2021 12:45:28 AM

Luke Chaney (2024 C, Vancouver, WA) showed off his arm behind the plate early in this one by throwing out a runner trying to steal second. He has solid catch and throw ability behind the plate and shifts well. Also showed off a compact swing with a whole field approach in the batters' box.

Xander Ras (2023 SS, Phoenix, AZ) made an incredible play at SS ranging to his left and spun and threw to get a runner. He shows soft hands and solid range at SS. His arm strength is exceptional for the position.

Castle Keaton (2023 3B, Spokane, WA) made several great plays at third base on defense for team Maroon. He showed off good range and hands for the position. Also worked deep counts in the batter's box and showed good plate discipline.

Sebastian Lopez (2022 SS, Henderson, NV) had a multi hit day for Team Gray and showed off a nice whole field approach in the batters box. Simple set up in the swing and had a feel for the barrel.

Austin Graffius (2023 RHP, Casa Grande, AZ) was solid on the mound for Team Maroon. He could throw three different pitches for strikes and constantly pounded the zone. He mixes well and ran his fastball up to 83 that had life to it. Showed off feel for his slider too and generated several whiffs with it.

Reagan Reynolds (2021 LHP, Tucaon, AZ) showed a compact arm stroke on the mound for Team Gray and had some tail to his fastball. Slider has some downer action to it as well and made hitters uncomfortable.

Jaden Onaca (2023 RHP, Westlake Village, CA) had a good showing on the mound as well. He ran his fastball up to 82 from a high 3/4 slot. Throws a 12/6 off breaking ball that had nice depth to it. Constantly pounded the zone with good command.

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