Chase
Blackwell

01.13.18 5-foot-11, 150-pound frame. The right-handed hitter starts from a wide, crouched stance. Shifts his weight down and back as his triggers his hands into a front arm bar. Short stride, lands balanced, flat path, line drive power and a loose finish with an exit velocity of 77 mph. On the infield, Blackwell has quickish footwork and soft hands. Throws from an over the top slot with a short arm stroke at 72 mph. On the mound, the right-hander works from a high slot with a short arm stroke, and a tall and fall delivery. Pumped strikes with his fastball at 75-77 mph, topping out at 78. His curveball has depth with 11/5 shape at 66-69 mph. His changeup flashes arm side run at 72-73 mph.