Unsigned Sr. Spotlight: SS/RHP Jack Wheatley
January 24, 2022
unsigned sr. spotlight: ss/rhp jack wheatley
UPCOMING EVENTS
| SHOWCASE | STATE | DATE | LOCATION |
| Super 60 Pro Showcase | NATIONAL | 02/06 | The MAX - McCook, Ill. |
| PBR Canada Spring Training Event | AB | 03/12 | Panama City Beach Sports Complex |
Wheatley is the top-ranked uncommitted 2022 in Alberta and his place on that ranking becomes apparent watching him play. At 6-foot-3 and 180-pounds, Wheatley has displayed his ability to move athletically and efficiently. Wheatley uses this to his advantage at shortstop, displaying advanced footwork skills and an arm that flashed 83 across the infield this summer. Wheatley produces this from a quick slot and release showing the potential to make plays from deep in the hole.
At the plate, Wheatley’s athleticism plays again with a very quick bat coming from a short and compact swing that allows him to react and adjust to pitches without sacrificing a great deal of bat speed. Wheatley has shown to have a very mature approach at the plate, hitting the ball hard to all fields. This bat speed also translates into pull-side power potential as he continues to physically develop.
On the mound, Wheatley continues to grow stronger and sharpen his arsenal. His fastball comes from a quick and clean arm action and will sit in the mid- high 80s. His off speed offerings in a change up at 76 mph and curveball around 70, can both be thrown with respectable command with loads of potential to become consistent swing and miss threats. Wheatley will certainly not be on the board for long and a player that will be worth watching this season.