Alex
Elder

8/5/15 - Elder is a 6-foot-1 175-pound right-handed hitting shortstop and right-handed pitcher.  Elder runs a 7.44 60 and has an exit velo of 71 mph.  Wide set up, minimal stride and minimal load, hands dominate, quick level path, middle approach. On the infield, over-the-top release, 76 mph positional velo, hands and feet work together, quick transfer and release, mostly accurate throws. On the mound, Elder was aggressive in the zone with his fastball at 77-80 mph, some with run, showed a late breaking 10-to-4 slider 72-74 mph, throws for strike.  Simple and repeatable delivery, high three-quarters release, arm works, throws with regular effort, quick arm speed, projectable pitcher’s frame.