Benjamin
Wahlen

Committed to Des Moines Area CC.

10/23/16- 6-foot-2, 180-pound right-handed hitting 2-way player. Athletic lean build. Shows athleticism on mound, fastball has riding life into right-handed hitter. Fastball was 82-84 mph for consistent strikes. Good velo on breaking ball with tight rotation to plate. Changeup is firm with solid downhill action to plate. 6.97 runner. Athletic frame, whippy bat speed, inverted plane, works uphill through contact, 83 mph exit velocity. Long strides with loose actions and athleticism, long clean arm action, hand is fast and throws show above avg. accuracy and carry to target, 92 mph arm from OF.

6/20/16- 6-foot-2, 180-pound right-handed hitting 2-way player. Lean projectable build with wiry strength. Controlled athletic delivery. Lands firm across body, hides baseball, with cross-fire delivery to plate. Good command of strike zone. Fastball shows life at 82-84 mph with good hand speed. Quality spin and shape on 12/6 breaking ball. 7.29 runner. Shows loose line drive swing with balance. Good extension through contact, consistent solid contact, and uses whole field. 81 mph exit velocity. Active in outfield with good footwork and routes to ball. Long arm action with solid carry and accuracy to target. 88 mph arm strength.