Carson
Gordon

6.19.18
Big frame with strength, 6-foot-3, 195-pound.  Gordon showed some pop at the plate by posting an 87 mph exit velo off the tee and by driving balls to left field in BP. Simple compact swing from the right side, and has strength throughout his swing. He starts from an open stance, has a long stride reach with the front foot, and leaves his hands back over his back foot to get a ton of separation and generate some power.  In the infield he made accurate throws from different arm angles, and he topped out at 75 mph across the diamond. Quiet glove and body actions behind the plate, blocked well during the live bullpen sessions. His pop times ranged from 2.34-2.44 with 70 mph arm strength.  He ran a 7.50 laser-timed 60. Off the mound, he had much firmer stuff from the stretch position. Fastball ranged from 71-79 mph; did not throw a fastball below 76 mph out of the stretch. Threw a big 1/7 shaped breaking ball at 60-64 mph, and had feel for his changeup at 67-70 mph.  He has a smooth delivery with regular effort, and follows through to a flat back position.