2020 FL Preseason All-State Spotlight: Broedy Poppell

January 16, 2020
Rocco Iervasi
Florida Director of Operations/Area Scout

Preseason All-State has quickly become the top Preseason event in the state of Florida. Last year’s event consisted of over 50 committed players and 2 players who were selected in the 2019 MLB Draft. This event is held for the top 2020s-2023s throughout the state to kick off the Prep Baseball Report's spring high school baseball coverage.

Preseason All-State is coming up this weekend and we will continue to spotlight many of the top players who will be in attendance. Today, we look at 2021 C Broedy Poppell (Maclay). Poppell was a member of Team Florida at the 2019 PBR Future Games. He is ranked 69th in our Florida Class of 2021 rankings.

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C Broedy Poppell

Scouting Report

8/22/19

Opened eyes on both sides of the ball via consistent in-game barrels and showing his versatility on defense. Caught in the first game and blocked exceptionally. 2.07-2.12 pop times with a quick arm and good feet. Then he played a stellar shortstop in game 2 making all the routine plays and a diving play up the middle. Ran a 7.16 60-yard dash. Bat to ball skills of the switch hitter are advanced from both sides. Has good launch from backside. Tripled to pull side gap on a 93 mph fastball. Just an all-around solid baseball player that will make an impact wherever he goes at the next level with his ability to play anywhere and do whatever is asked of him.

7/23/19

The switch hitting catcher and middle infielder was an all around standout. In the infield, he has present twitch and athleticism, with range and works under control through the ball with quick release. Behind the plate he has a quick transfer and solid footwork which translated to 1.95-2.11 pop times. Offensively, he stood out from both sides, but was slightly more aggressive from the left side. With present bat speed and pull power. Exit velocity of 87 mph. From the right side it was simple, compact level and quick through the zone. Has a chance to be a well above average ultra utility player.