The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.87
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
The Cavaliers’ rightfielder started slowly against Louisville, going 1-for-10 in the first two games before putting together several quality at-bats during the series finale. The 6-foot-3, 205-pound right-handed hitter hammered his eighth home run of the season, turning a high fastball into a line drive shot to dead center field. With a season maximum 111 mph exit velocity he has plus raw power and is currently in the process of tapping into it more often. His eight home runs are a career high after belting four last season and seven during a sensational freshman season (.360/.438/.557). Saucke does not have the best-looking swing, but does have quick hands and natural strength. From a hunched and spread setup he tended to get out front and struggled against spin. However, he does get on-plane early and is relatively flat through the zone. A top-five round draft talent, Saucke is a plus runner who also has plus to better arm strength. He’s also a solid defender who could increase his range by simply being more aggressive.
8/01/23
Cape Cod: After a strong freshman debut for Virginia in 2022, Saucke had a solid season in 2023 but undeniably took a step back statistically, going from a .360/.438/.591 slash line in year one to .299/.392/.418 in year two. He also struggled to get going this summer, batting .185 in 54 at-bats. He chased breaking stuff too often and also didn’t deal with high-velocity fastballs all that well. Defensively, he’s a good athlete with a plus arm that makes him a natural fit in right field. With his defensive skills and solid track record, Saucke has a high floor as a prospect, but if he bounces back offensively in 2024, he could really raise his prospect profile ceiling.
Tall, wiry frame with projection standing 6-foot-2, 170-pounds. Smooth easy actions, strong arm with a quick clean release. Light on his feet defensivley. Offensively, fluid rhythm and tempo in the box. Smooth swing with leverage. More power to come. Impressive bat-speed at 95 mph. Works hands inside the ball. High finish on swing. Pitching - Tall lanky frame with long limbs. Uses a mid-high 3/4 arm slot and an extremely loose live arm with great whippy action. Arm action starts long but he is squick to get in up into his landing. Mechanics are smooth and fluid throughout release. Arm action creates great arm side run to his FB. Works down in the zone and able to move FB consistently corner to corner. Shows extreme confidence for his age and positive upside. Generates good leg drive and stays controlled with his movements. Ball is electric out of his hand. Minimal offspeed was thrown focused mostly on FB. Peaked 87 mph.
Preseason - West (February 18, 2018)
Saucke stands 6-foot-1, 170-pounds from a super lean athletic build, with size projections to come. In the box he's relaxed, slightly open stance, loose hands. On the pitch he toe-taps for timing with a slight stride, hands power to the ball, short path with some incline to his barrel path, full extension out in front showing power to all gaps. 87 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, active fluid lower half, rangy with a quick transfer and release form a high 3/4 slot. Above average arm-strength at 88 mph across the diamond. On the mound he's tall and lean with long limbs, oozes projection. Currently works from an upright delivery, belt-high knee lift, fluid back arm-swing with positive direction and long stride. Releases the ball from a high-3/4 slot with a fastball riding 83-85 mph with late life. Change-up has FB hand-speed sitting 75-76, with fade to his arm-side. Overall, one of the more polished 2021 prospects on the mound showing above average velocity with a real feel for a change-up.
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Cape Cod: After a strong freshman debut for Virginia in 2022, Saucke had a solid season in 2023 but undeniably took a step back statistically, going from a .360/.438/.591 slash line in year one to .299/.392/.418 in year two. He also struggled to get going this summer, batting .185 in 54 at-bats. He chased breaking stuff too often and also didn’t deal with high-velocity fastballs all that well. Defensively, he’s a good athlete with a plus arm that makes him a natural fit in right field. With his defensive skills and solid track record, Saucke has a high floor as a prospect, but if he bounces back offensively in 2024, he could really raise his prospect profile ceiling.
June 25-27, 2018 (NYS Games)
60 Yard Dash: 7.14
Exit Velocity: 95
Positional Arm: 79
Tall, wiry frame with projection standing 6-foot-2, 170-pounds. Smooth easy actions, strong arm with a quick clean release. Light on his feet defensivley. Offensively, fluid rhythm and tempo in the box. Smooth swing with leverage. More power to come. Impressive bat-speed at 95 mph. Works hands inside the ball. High finish on swing. Pitching - Tall lanky frame with long limbs. Uses a mid-high 3/4 arm slot and an extremely loose live arm with great whippy action. Arm action starts long but he is squick to get in up into his landing. Mechanics are smooth and fluid throughout release. Arm action creates great arm side run to his FB. Works down in the zone and able to move FB consistently corner to corner. Shows extreme confidence for his age and positive upside. Generates good leg drive and stays controlled with his movements. Ball is electric out of his hand. Minimal offspeed was thrown focused mostly on FB. Peaked 87 mph.
Preseason - West (February 18, 2018)
Saucke stands 6-foot-1, 170-pounds from a super lean athletic build, with size projections to come. In the box he's relaxed, slightly open stance, loose hands. On the pitch he toe-taps for timing with a slight stride, hands power to the ball, short path with some incline to his barrel path, full extension out in front showing power to all gaps. 87 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, active fluid lower half, rangy with a quick transfer and release form a high 3/4 slot. Above average arm-strength at 88 mph across the diamond. On the mound he's tall and lean with long limbs, oozes projection. Currently works from an upright delivery, belt-high knee lift, fluid back arm-swing with positive direction and long stride. Releases the ball from a high-3/4 slot with a fastball riding 83-85 mph with late life. Change-up has FB hand-speed sitting 75-76, with fade to his arm-side. Overall, one of the more polished 2021 prospects on the mound showing above average velocity with a real feel for a change-up.