Ty
O'Brien

Ty O'Brien: C/3B, (2024) Otsego, OH. Toledo Commit, 6-foot, 210-pound. (69.9 mph bat speed average). (18.0 mph hand speed average). Began in an athletic quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed was quick, displayed a level swing plane and high finish. Behind the plate, his strong arm produced efficient throws to second at velocities up to 80 mph; had a clean transfer, sure hands, and quick footwork. showed his ability to throw runners out with an efficient pop time of 1.89-1.98. Some flexibility and calm setup. Had a high ¾ slot with a quick arm action. In the 60-yard dash, recorded a time of 7.3. 

 C/3B, (2024) Otsego, OH. 6-foot, 200-pound. Began in a balanced athletic stance with a controlled load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed is quick, displays a simple upward swing plane and high finish. While catching, he made throws to second at velocities up to 76 mph; had consistent footwork, soft hands, and a natural transfer. displayed his ability to control the run game with a pop time of 1.97-2.06. Clean setup with some flexibility. Had a high ¾ slot and a quick arm action.   

 C/3B, (2024) Otsego, OH. 6-foot, 190-pound. Solid at the plate, O'brien's best exit velocity was 92 mph. Begins in a tall balanced stance with a controlled smooth load, then uses a leg kick. Bat speed is above average, displays a level swing plane and level finish. He found some barrels during his rounds. Gap to gap approach. While catching, throw downs to second were maxed at 76 mph. Behind the plate, he recorded a position velocity of 76 mph during throw downs; had quick feet and transfers on his throw downs, recording a 1.99-2.07 pop time. During the event, clocked a 60 time of 7.39.   

Ty O'Brien: C/2B, (2024) Otsego, OH. 5-foot-11, 175-pound. At the plate, O'brien clocked an exit velocity of 85 mph. Starts in an athletic stance with a controlled stride. Bat speed was above average, displayed a flat swing plane and level finish. He barreled up some balls with a lot of loud contact. Up the middle approach. Solid while in the infield, recorded position velocities up to 75 mph; showed sure hands, a fluid natural exchange, and athletic smooth feet. While catching, his best recorded throw to second was clocked at 73 mph; had sure hands, a fluid natural exchange, and athletic footwork. he produced a pop time of 2.01-2.09. Above average flexibility and athletic setup. Consistent accuracy to the bases, used a high ¾ slot and a quick arm action. 

Ty O'Brien: C/2B, (2024) Otsego, OH. 5-foot-11, 150-pound athletic frame. In the box, O'brien had a max exit velocity of 85 mph. Starts in a balanced stance with a smooth quick load, then uses a toe tap. Bat speed was average, and displayed a level swing plane. Capable while in the infield, registered his best throw across the diamond at 73 mph; showed a developing exchange, athletic developing feet, and sure hands. Fielded the ball out front with average movement laterally. Behind the plate, throw downs to second topped out at 71 mph; had sure hands, a clean exchange, and average footwork. He produced a pop time of 2.15-2.25. Average flexibility and clean setup. Recorded a 60 time of 7.7 at the event. 

Hit: Starts in an open setup from the right side. Very smooth, easy load that leads to a balanced launch. Whippy stroke with feel for contact. Looks the part in the box. Offers a comparable combination of strength and speed to stroke.
Power: Strong kid, ran the gaps in BP.
Offensive Projection: Multiple Roles.
Max BP Exit Velocity: 85mph.
Max BP Distance: 249ft.
Field: Third base man with fluidity to feet and ability to create angles. Glove skills are on par for class
Throw: High-3/4 righty with developing strength. Also worked out behind the dish where his athleticism showed. Very quick feet with above average exchange abilities. Recorded above average pop times that should easily break the 2.0 barrier down the road as arm strength enhances.
Defensive Projection: Corner infield.