Mitch
Howie

2/21/15: 6-foot-1, 195 pound catcher showcased an athletic stance behind the dish with soft hands and good blocking ability.  From the crouch was 71 mph.  Recorded pop times of 2.12-2.25.  Tendency to pop up too soon on his throws to 2B, needs to stay down.  Good transfer.  At 1B showcased above average hands, moves well around the bag.  Clean exchange. Solid defender.  Across the field was 74 from a short arm action.  Offensively, hits from an open stance and loads back, slight arm bar.  Partial use of his lower half with good balance throughout the swing.  Possesses some bat speed and good rhythm throughout the swing.  Gets to extension.  Recorded a high exit velo of 89 mph. 

12/28/13: 6-foot, 175 pound sophomore was 72 mph across the diamond.  Plays through the baseball and works well around the bag.  Behind the plate showcased the ability to frame well for his age.  Above average blocking ability with average footwork.  Good body, and frame for a catcher.  Was 2.17-2.25 with his pop times.  Still a little raw with his receiving skills.  Offensively hits from a crouch setup.  Drops down during his load and uses a toe tap with a short stride.  Bat speed is average.