THE FIVE: Uncommitted Senior Games - OF
September 5, 2019
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In a series of posts for The Five, we will take a look at groups of players who are attending the 10/6/19 Northern California Uncommitted Senior Games at College of Marin. Today we look at five outfielders we've previously seen. This is a really talented group of outfielders.
N. CALIF. UNCOMMITTED SENIOR GAMES - OF
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A player we have seen and appreciated multiple times, Azem is a compactly built outfielder with left-handed hitting prowess that has drawn our attention. His overall tool set rates well as a college prospect, with good speed (6.82 60-yard) and an outfield arm up to 82 mph. He has also displayed pull-side power, going deep at Bay Area World Series 2019. That extra base pop is generated from a compact swing that starts with a good lower body hitting base. Azem is a hit-getter and generally finishes a game covered head to toes in dirt and grass stains.
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Among uncommitted outfielders in Northern California, Hennings is one of the more toolsy players. He's also competent on the mound, but it's the tools, along with an attractive body type (6-foot-3, 190-lbs) that has him on our radar. In regard to the tools, he runs well (6.73 60-yard is best we've gotten), has a strong arm (87 mph) and the ball gets off his bat well (93 mph exit, off a tee). He's got a short stroke and should be able to consistently get to his power potential as he develops. The overall tool set could even draw some pro scout attention in the spring.
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Porter takes a backseat to few outfielders when it comes to tools. He's a strong and compactly built player with the kind of on-field energy/hard-nosed style of play that is fun to watch. We'd previously seen a strong arm but then he let loose a 95 mph throw at one of our events, with a 6.76 60-yard time and 91 mph exit velo. All of the tools obviously rate highly. He's got some loft in the swing and has a chance to produce some power, particularly to the pull-side. When he's short to the ball he can still produce extra base pop to go with speed that pressures a defense.
UPCOMING EVENTS
SHOWCASE | STATE | DATE | LOCATION |
SoCal Top Prospect Games |
CA | 09/14 | JSerra HS |
Rising Stars Showcase |
CA | 09/21 | Santiago HS |
N. CA Uncommitted Senior Games |
CA | 10/06 | College of Marin |
N. Calif. Top Prospect Games | CA | 10/13 | College of Marin |
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