On Deck Preview: 2018 3B Daniel Cordero (Benjamin Cardozo)

EVENT HISTORY
New York All-Star Games (September 17, 2016)
Long Island Prospect Preview (August 8, 2016)
New York Open ID (January 31, 2016)

SCOUTING REPORT
Cordero stands in at 6-foot-0, 185-pounds with thick athletic frame. Ran an 8.2 – 60, a slight improvement from his previously recorded 8.27 in January 2016. Offensively- Lefty sets up square to the pitcher with his feet shoulder width apart. Slight knee bend with an upright torso while his hands are held just below his back shoulder with no pre-pitch movement. On pitch his trigger is a quick knee raise and a quiet step forward while his hands move back slightly into a good hitting position. Quick hands getting into the hitting zone with power potential bat action throughout the swing into a high one handed finish. Good lower body rotation getting whole frame into swing; showed lift to his pull side. Recorded an exit velocity of 80 MPH, tying his personal best previously recorded in August of 2016. Defensively- Good footwork and approach fielding a ground ball. Funnels into chest well with a good transition to the throwing position. Hesitates a little before throwing, and will be improved with a more aggressive move towards throwing target and a better arm swing to release the baseball quicker. Moves well left/right and on the run well; positive middle infield actions. Recorded a positional velocity of 71 MPH, tying his personal best previously recorded in February of 2016.  2B/3B mold at the next level.

WHAT TO EXPECT
"Cordero has made the switch from the middle of the diamond over to the hot corner and will also be working out behind the plate to further enhance his marketability. Has a calm approach at the plate; simple, short stroke that will carry over to the collegiate level. Glove plays well, accurate arm that should see an uptick in strength. Looking forward to seeing him again."