11/10/2016 - Baseball Factory Select Training & Competition at Pirate City Derrick is a talented young C who will graduate in 2020. Behind the plate, Derrick tracks the ball well into his glove and throws from a high 3/4 angle. His throws down to 2B carry well and remain on-line and accurate. Derrick can improve defensively by widening his stance and by presenting a low target. At the plate, Derrick shows great power from the right side. He sets up in an open stance and takes a square stride to the ball. He is smooth getting back into his load and comes through the zone well with his lower half. He takes a direct swing path to the ball with explosive bat speed which leads to hard contact and gap to gap pop. Derrick can improve as a hitter by getting into his back leg in his load more. At the event, Derrick was very coachable and showed a willingness to do whatever it takes to help out his team. Overall, Derrick is a talented prospect who has the time and potential to further develop his skills.