Blake
Little

01.14.17

Oozes projection at 6-foot-6, 158 pounds with a loose, high-3/4 slot that produces angle to the fastball, pounding the bottom of the zone.  Stays tall through balance with a feel for his rhythm.  Arm works long, loose, and easy, producing better than average quickness through the release point.  Fastball touched 79, boring down hill, around the zone but not always through the glove.  The breaking ball is inconsistent but shows projection, ranging 68-70 with 10/4 action.  Handspeed and slot mimic fastball creating some deception.  Tilt tends to come a little early but will tighten as he adds strength to the frame.  Change-up sat 64-66, and while erratic, worked with near fastball handspeed.  Good athlete for his size, flashed decent feet at 1B with soft hands and accuracy while coming off the bag.  In the box, the big righty stands tall and uses a very short stride to create extension through the swing.  Worked to stay in the middle of the field.  Timing was a key – bat had some whip and there is barrel awareness when on time.  The bat slows and the swing breaks down when the stride is late.  Exit velocity did top at 87.  Ran a 30 in 4.29.