Top 10 Profiles of 2019: #3 Tommy Benson
December 31, 2019
With the end of 2019 approaching, we would like to reflect on the past year and take a look at the top ten most viewed player profiles of 2019. After gathering data through google analytics, we will reveal the top ten most viewed profiles over the next few weeks.
We are down to the final three on our list of the top ten most viewed profiles of 2019. At #3 is SS Tommy Benson (IMG Academy, 2019). Committed to Wabush Valley JC, Benson set the record with the top exit velo at the 2019 PBR Super 60 Pro Showcase at 111 mph. He finished 122nd in our final Florida Class of 2019 rankings. His profile received 2,063 views in 2019.
#3 Tommy Benson
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Scouting Report
North Alabama recruit, he is one of the most physically mature and strong players in attendance. Stands at 6-foot-2, 195 pounds with athleticism and strength. Defensively, there is some stiffness, but works under control. Hands work well, gets to and through the ball and throws have plenty of carry to stay on the left side of the infield, topping out at 89 mph. Offensively, the switch hitter has bat speed and the strength plays from both sides. Appears more confident right-handed where he has more rhythm and works with a leg kick. Stays fairly compact with elite bat speed and an exit velocity of 104 mph. Left handed is still very impressive. The strong lower half clears, works slightly open, could benefit from some separation with the hands but the bat speed plays and shows pull power. Overall, a lot of tools and a follow going into the spring.
At 6-foot-2, 195 pounds Benson is athletic with a strong tool set. The switch hitter stood out during his BP rounds, specifically from the right side. He hits from an open, balance setup showing fluid rhythm. Showcased plus bat speed from a longer bat path that produced tons of juice and power potential. He registered a top exit velocity of 103 mph off the tee. As a defender, Benson displayed above average glove work with quick, fluid feet and a clean exchange. He possesses plenty of arm strength with carry to stay on the left side of the diamond (92 mph). Top 60 time of 6.98. Benson recently committed to North Alabama.
6-foot-1, 180 pound infielder continues to impress with his arm strength and athleticism. Unsigned senior topped 90 across the infield with accuracy. Moves well laterally with soft hands up the middle. Plays through the ball with quick exchange into a loose, high 3/4 slot. On the mound, Benson ran the fastball up to 90 with some arm side sink. Breaking ball has 10/4 shape with average feel. Works down the mound in direction with some rhythm. Short, quick arm swing. Currently a thrower with feel for the strike zone, will need to develop off-speed. At the plate, starts with an open athletic setup. Short stride while hands load back. Quick barrel turn. Produced line drives to all fields. Twitchy movements. Lower half needs refined. Very athletic, high-energy player.
The 6-foot, 175 pound senior has filled out since the last showcase he attended in 2016, gaining 20 pounds since last August. The SS/RHP showcased some pop from the right side at the plate with long, loose levers working through the zone creating 87 mph exit velo off the bat. Starts slightly open with a small foot lift to close and load. Gets into a strong hitting position with hands just off the back shoulder and barrel in strong loaded position. Back elbow and knee work together to contact, with front elbow at times barring and hands drifting away, creating longer path to ball. Showcased above average bat speed and barrel through the zone, with some pull side pop at times. Athletic setup and base in the box, with good lower half. Tendency to jump out of swing when front foot landed too narrow. Hit at showcase only from the right side. Athletic shortstop that showcased easy actions and good lateral movement. Upper body closed to throw. Loose, low ¾ arm action across the diamond with carry, topping at 87 mph. Ran a 6.98 60 at the event. Unsigned senior with good tools.
5-foot-11, 150-pound switch hitting utility player. From the left side hits from an upright, slightly open stance with a low hand set. Line drive hitter with a short stride. 74 mph exit velocity left-handed. Form the right side showed more pop with 86 mph exit velocity from a tee. 5.33 runner down the line. Defensively has a long arm action from a ¾ slot. Throws showed carry from the outfield at 87 mph. In the infield showed solid actions with a loose arm action. Threw 84 mph across the infield. On the mound works from a ¾ arm angle with a short, loose arm action. Drop and drive delivery with a collapse on the backside. Fastball showed running action at 85-86 mph. Curveball has sweeping action at 65-69 mph.