By Chris Fuller
PBR Kentucky/Tennessee

The PBR Kentucky/Tennessee Fall Prospect Games at Murray State University took place on October 18 and drew players from both states to showcase their abilities in a combination showcase/game play event. There were some solid performances turned in, and several young players attending their first PBR event established themselves as players to watch closely over the next few years.

The following is a look at the Team Gray catchers and outfielders from the event. This is position player analysis only. Those players who also participated as a pitcher at the event will have their pitching performance featured in a subsequent article.

The complete stats and top statistical performers from the event were previously posted. CLICK HERE to view that information.

Wyatt Stevenson, C/RHP, L/R, Christian County HS (KY), 2019
5-foot-11, 180-pound left-handed hitter has established himself as one of the top 2019 prospects in the Bluegrass State. He hits from a balanced, wide stance with a short stride, good balance, solid line drive swing that allows him to use all fields well, will likely develop power over the next few years, advanced approach in being able to make hard contact to the opposite field, 81 mph exit velocity off the tee, went 3-for-4 in game play, ran 5.00 down the line. Shows well above average arm strength behind the plate for a freshman at 78 mph, has room for quicker release that will lower pop times, pop times ranged from 2.09-2.20.

Evan Russell, C/3B/OF, R/R, Scotts Hill HS (TN), 2017
5-foot-11, 185-pound right-handed hitter hits from a balanced stance with a short stride, uses strong lower half well in swing, short swing path with extension through contact, generates easy bat speed that produces gap to gap power, 87 mph exit velocity off the tee (90 previous best), ran 4.81 down the line, followed up impressive round of BP by going 1-for-4 in game play. Versatile defensive player can play multiple positions, showed 74 mph velocity from behind the plate with 2.02-2.07 pop times, also shows solid ability as an athletic third baseman with 83 mph velocity across the infield. Athletic outfield actions with good arm strength at 88 mph. Russell will be a valuable addition to a college roster with his versatility.

Tyler Wood, C, R/R, Central Hardin HS (KY), 2019
6-foot-1, 195-pound right-handed hitter, physically advanced for age, hits from an open stance, loads back with front foot and uses an aggressive stride, uses frame and loose hands to generate bat speed that produces power to all fields, 89 mph exit velocity off the tee, ran 4.78 down the line, went 1-for-4 in game play with a single to left field. Has potential to be a top power bat in 2019 class. Defensively, shows good arm strength for age, 76 mph velocity from behind the plate, footwork stays online, 2.06-2.14 pop times with most throws accurate. Very intriguing young player and one of the top 2019 prospects we have seen to date.

Jonah Brannon, C, R/R, Calloway County HS, 2017
6-foot-3, 160-pound right-handed hitter hits from a balanced stance with a short stride, long/flat bat path, average bat speed, lacks extension and finish at times, shows a pull approach, went 1-for-4 in game play with a single to left field, ran 4.77 down the line. Showed consistently accurate throws to the second base bag, quick transfer, solid footwork, 2.04-2.10 pop times with 70 mph velocity from behind the plate, good athleticism and lateral blocking ability.

Lincoln Price, RHP/OF, R/R, South Oldham HS (KY), 2019
6-foot-1, 150-pound right-handed hitter hits from an open stance, loads back with a leg kick and uses a long stride, uses lower half well with good finish through the baseball, loose hands, average bat speed, 72 mph exit velocity off the tee, went 0-for-3 in game play with a SAC fly, ran 4.94 down the line, offensive game will continue to evolve with added physical strength. Plays through the ball in the outfield with a quick/clean exchange, sets up well on fly balls, long ¾ release with solid arm strength for age at 77 mph. Price is young player to keep an eye on as he fills out his frame.