Prep Baseball Report

Sophomore Spotlight: Tyrus Baumgardner (Spring Valley)


Dan Williams
West Virginia Director of Scouting

As we move into the winter months and begin preparations for 2018 we will periodically highlight prospects that have made an impression over the summer and fall. Today we take a look at SS/RHP Tyrus Baumgardner (Spring Valley).

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Scouting Report

10/8/17  Working out of a high 3/4 arm slot FB sat 82-83 and showed subtle arm side run. SL at 67-68 mph was best pitch on this day with 11-4 shape, tight spin and late, sharp break. CH at 74 mph was commanded well with considerable depth and fade. Baumgardner would benefit from more aggressively connecting glove hand/elbow to front/hip as well as driving chest over front knee. Baumgardner remains interesting follow in class of 2020

6/13/17 Baumgardner pitched out of a high 3/4 arm slot with a short arm action and repeatable delivery.  There is tendency to step close and block hips with associated first base fall.  Baumgardner showed a quick arm on FB 81-83 with arm side run and sink.  CB 69-70 with 10-8 shape, good depth and bite. CH was thrown at 71-73 with little movement. Arm strength and secondary offerings make Baumgardner interesting follow in class of 2020.




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