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2014 Sunshine Northeast Showcase
Chris Bender is a 2015 OF/C with a 5-8 180 lb. frame from Red Bank, NJ who attends Red Bank Catholic. Athletic frame with a strong, mature build. Primary outfielder, moves well in the outfield, good first step with range due to strong read off the bat. Long arm action from an over the top arm slot, gets carry on throws, needs to incorporate lower half into actions. Right-handed hitter, starts with a slightly crouched stance and a high hand set close to body. Compact swing with a short path to the ball. Shows strength in swing, line drive contact to the middle and pull side parts of the field, showed the ability to go the opposite way with the outside pitch in game action. Very good student.