Player Spotlight: Jayden Benavidez
February 21, 2020
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Scouting Report
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5’9” 150
Run: 4.29 Home to 1st
Hit: RHH Upright open stance. Lowers on load and stride foot get to parallel. Stride is simple and consistent. 50/50 weight distribution at the point of launch. Great rear side acceleration and balance. Hands high with back elbow up. Barrel is upright slightly behind the head. Plus Bat speed and a very consistent barrel to and through the zone. Controls the barrel with path and direction. Great finish! Exit Velo 88 Top Follow.
Power: Potential to develop power.
Arm: INF Velo; 80 Good Carry. Short arc to high ¾ release.. Accurate and demonstrated ability at different arm angles
Defense: Great hands and feel to ball. Quick athletic hands that play through. One Step Shuffle to release. Demonstrated athleticism. Top Infielder in 2022 Class