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2004 World Showcase
Southers has a nice, projectable 6-2, 180 lb frame that’s begging to add even more strength. His best present tools are defensive. Southers has close to average big league arm strength right now and good footwork and mechanics that result in consistent sub-2.00 pop times in workouts. He hits from an open stance at the plate and never really gets his hips closed or into the swing. He showed a good ability to make contact against very good pitching but lacks the lower half involvement to really drive the ball to his full potential. He's a very good catcher with lots of hitting potential. Joe is a very good student and will play a very high level of college baseball.