Eastern PA Fall Review Anaylysis: Class of 2019 (Part Two)
September 19, 2018
The Eastern PA Fall Review took place September 15th at Keystone State Baseball Academy after weather forced a change in venue from Widener University. Today we continue a series of articles analyzing the prospects in attendance by taking a look at the remainder of the uncommitted seniors in attendance.
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Class of 2019 (M-Z)
Ben Myers, OF/RHP, Cumberland Valley HS (PA)
6-foot-1, 165-pound uncommitted senior ran the top 60-yard dash of the day at 6.77. Previously ran a 6.62 at a PBR event in 2017. Left-handed hitter starts from a slightly open stance and utilizes a leg-hang stride to initiate his swing. Barrel path is flat, with some length in the zone leading to hard contact to all fields in batting practice. Registered a 93 mph bat exit velocity this summer at the Western PA Top Prospect Games. Athleticism and foot speed will allow coaches to play Myers all over the outfield at the next level. 87 mph arm strength transfers to the mound where he sat 80-83 during an inning of work in game action.
Trey Obarowski, 2B, Council Rock South HS (PA)
5-foot-9, 160-pound left-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a lift-and-replace stride. Displayed a handsy swing with above average feel for the barrel during a solid round of batting practice. Showed the ability to barrel the baseball to all fields with a bat exit velocity of 83 mph. Carried the same swing into game action where he put together two barreled base hits. 7.52 runner is a sound defender with a quick release. Obarowski showed the ability to play through the baseball while making throws from multiple arm angles.
Jerrit Payton, OF, Mount Carmel HS (IL)
6-foot-1, 165-pounder showcased raw athletic actions in all that he did on this date. The right-handed hitter starts from a wide, square stance and utilizes a short, heel raise stride to initiate his swing. Showcased a short, direct swing path with a line drive approach. Registered a 79 mph bat exit velocity and showed the ability to go the other way with a barreled single to right field in game action. Payton ran a 7.12 60-yard dash and displayed a developing defensive skill set with accurate 71 mph arm strength.
Hayden Reed, SS/2B, IMG Academy HS (FL)
5-foot-6, 135-pounder impressed with his solid all-around skill set and fundamentally sound approach to all facets of the game. The right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a toe-tap stride. Reed showed a line drive approach with a short swing path while consistently barreling the baseball in batting practice. Registered a 76 mph bat exit velocity and barreled the baseball in all three game at bats, including a pair of singles. Showcased active feet and a quick release defensively while consistently playing through the baseball with accurate 76 mph arm strength across the diamond.
Justin Swinko, 2B/SS, Hershey HS (PA)
5-foot-11, 155-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and utilizes a leg-hang stride to initiate his swing. Displayed a solid feel for the barrel during a very good round of batting practice with a bat exit velocity of 79 mph. Lined a single in his first at bat in game action and ran an improved 7.44 60-yard dash. Showcased active feet and confidence in his glove hand defensively while playing through the baseball routinely. Has the ability to make throws from multiple arm angles and shows the ability to play multiple infield positions.
POST EVENT ANALYSIS
September 16 - Complete Results & Top Performers
September 17 - Class of 2019 Analysis (Part One)
September 18 - Class of 2019 Analysis (Part Two)
September 19 - Class of 2020 Analysis
September 20 - Class of 2021 & 2022 Analysis
UPCOMING EVENTS
| SHOWCASE | STATE | DATE | LOCATION |
| Western PA Fall Scout Day (Invite Only) | PA | 09/29 | Allegheny College |
| PBR Evaluation & Measurables Showcase | PA | 10/7 | Keystone State Baseball Academy (Manheim) |
| Astro Falcons Scout Day | PA | 10/14 | Bob Cene Park (Struthers, OH) |
| Elite Prospect Showcase (Invite Only) | PA | 10/27 | Keystone State Baseball Academy (Manheim) |
| PBR Mid-Atlantic ProCase (Invite Only) | PA | 10/28 | Keystone State Baseball Academy (Manheim) |