06/09/2019 - Interactive Video Program - Hoover (Birmingham), AL Brantley is a tall, thin, 2-way player with very good skills. At 1B, Brantley has active feet, he attacks aggressively, and his hands are clean. He moves well around the bag, fields in a square position, and he throws with carry and accuracy from a quick arm action. In the OF, Brantley has efficient footwork, he shows good range, and he fields aggressively. He catches fly balls at their highest point, and has a loose arm action to his cut off man. At the plate, Brantley has quick hands and good balance. He stands in the box athletically, has fast bat speed, and he makes hard/consistent contact. Solid all around skills can further improve with work on the following.
Infield 1. Exchange 2. Sooner glove Outfield 1. Release 2. Raise arm slot Offense 1. Let ball travel 2. Shorten swing