Uncommitted Spotlight: Caleb Clines

 

 

 

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Standing 5-foot-6, 150-pounds, Clines has good strength for his size with twitchy actions and a smooth swing that generates solid bat speed and leverage. The left-handed hitter has loose hands that work in sequence with a leg kick load and smooth rhythm that allowed him to barrel up line drives during BP and post a top exit velocity of 87 mph. At shortstop, he has a quick first step and moves lateral with good tempo as he plays through the ball with soft hands and clean exchange. Accurate arm that works well from different slots, starts the pivot with confidence and feel, getting rid of the ball quickly with touch and fundamental actions.