03/22/2015 - Interactive Video Program - Bowie, MD Chase is a young (2020 grad) 2-way player as a RHP/SS. On the mound, this righty throws a FB & CH from a 3/4 arm slot. He works to a controlled balance point, maintains level shoulders and stays directional toward the dish. FB ranges from 58-61 mph as he throws it for strikes. He has on-time separation with his changeup ranging from 48-50 mph. At SS, Chase shows active footwork as he hustles into a square fielding position. He moves well laterally and can get to GB's hit to his glove-side and backhand. He has a clean exchange and makes accurate throws to 1B. With the bat, this RHH shows a square setup with good balance. He swings on a level path and squares the ball up. Overall abilities in his game will improve with work on the following.
Pitching 1. Arm strength (long toss) 2. Stride square (tends to fly open) 3. Extension on follow through Defense 1. Work from the ground-up 2. Glove presentation out in front Offense 1. Lower 1/2 drive 2. Shorter/more direct swing path