NY On Deck Preview: 2019 C Andrew Sanchez (Rush-Henrietta)
June 16, 2017
Jared Carrier
Director of Scouting, NY
Shortly after our New York State Games we will be returning to the Western New York region for the first time in exactly a year. We will be at Canisius for the first of our summer long Campus Series.
Over the next few weeks leading into the event, we will be spotlighting certain players looking to make an impression that day. Today's player is:
On Deck Preview
NY All-Star Games (September 17, 2016)
Sanchez stands in at 5-foot-10, 180-pounds with a lean athletic frame. Ran a 7.03 – 60. Offensively- Sets up with a wide stance square to the pitcher. Slight knee bend with an upright torso. Hands held just above the back shoulder with slight pre-pitch bat movement. On pitch is trigger is a toe tap with his front foot before placing foot on the ground. His hands move back slightly into a good hitting position. Quick hands to the hitting zone with proper bat action throughout the swing into a high two handed finish. Aggressive lower body rotation getting whole frame into swing. Swing is simple and fluid line drive results with some back spin. Stays through middle of the field. Recorded an exit velocity of 81 MPH. Defensively- Very athletic and quick behind the plate. Quick transfer with throws and a proper arm swing for a catcher. Throws downhill towards target and is accurate. Recorded a catcher’s pop time of 2.0 with an arm velocity of 70 MPH. Frames well keeping body quiet and good mechanics while blocking.
What to Expect
"Sanchez has a quiet approach at the plate from a spread setup; stays in the zone with the barrel. Looking for some additional lower half effort to help take his power game up a notch. Physical make up and repetitive swing mechanics are there to support the effort. Expect a clean transfer and accurate arm. Arm strength should be there, coming off his spring season. Excited to see the gains he's made; 2019 catcher that could get his name circled on coach's clipboards this summer."