04/12/2015 - Interactive Video Program - Costa Mesa (Los Angeles), CA Erik is a young 2-way player (3B/C) who has a solid frame (5'6"/130). With the bat, this RHH shows an open stance with good balance. Swing is level to and through the zone as he connects and hits line-drives. At 3B, Erik shows active prep and moves well into a square fielding position. He makes the plays, gathers well and has a clean exchange to throw. Behind the dish, he sits in well and tracks the ball into his mitt. He works to get around pitches in the dirt and body up the ball. He gains ground on throws down to 2B, pop times are as low as 2.85. Overall abilities will improve with work on the following.
Offense 1. Lower 1/2 drive 2. Extension through contact 3. Contact points Infield 1. Lateral footwork 2. Glove presentation 3. Play through ball Catching 1. Blocking technique 2. Arm strength (long toss) 3. Quicken exchange