12/29/2014 4:48:51 PM
Bo Fricks (2016 2B, Macon, GA) is a very polished right handed hitter who pretty much hit a solid line drive with every swing today. He stays balanced and direct to the ball with no timing issues whatsoever. The pop will come with additional strength.
Lael Lockhart (1B Jr., 2016, Friendswood) has a different kind of polish, the rare ability to have very similar sound mechanics and bat speed from both sides of the plate. It's even more unusual to be a left handed thrower and also be a switch-hitter. Seriously, look at MLB rosters and see how many S/L hitters you can find.
Carlos A Cortes (2016 2B, Oviedo, FL) has as much bat speed and power as any 5-foot-8 teenager as one is likely to see. He really accelerates the bat head into the zone when he's timed up and direct to the ball.
Brandon Madero (2016 SS, Orlando, FL) stood out in fielding drills and ran a 6.6 sixty, so we appreciated his very sound batting practice session even more. He's another 5-foot-8 prospect with quick hands and a very solid approach.