Michael
Hicks

6-foot-1, 170-pound right-handed hitting infielder and pitcher. Ran a 4.39 down the line on his dig to first base. The athleticsm is very good as he can play anywhere on the field. The glove is solid in the infield, the feet move appropriately. Threw 74 mph across the diamond with accuracy and a clean arm. The ability to handle the pivot is present. Threw 79 mph from the outfield, the ability to play both corner outfield positions is present as well. The bat has a tee exit velocity of 81 mph, additional physical strength is needed. The set up is wide in base, front foot steps into the swing. The path is simple, hands are loose and free. The front shoulder needs to stay on the ball longer, as he likes the pull side. On the mound, the fastball touched 75 mph, minimal arm side run to the pitch. The spin pitch is big in shape, sits at 64 mph. The changeup is a plus pitch, sits at 68-70 mph. The delivery is online with his feet, above ¾ in slot. The arm works clean, lift is athletic and repeated. The tracking of the front shoulder is appropriate. The glove side can be softened. The feel for pitching is there, needs weight gain and physical strength gains.