04/23/2023 - National Showcase - Lake Charles, LA Gabriel is a 2025 3B/C prospect with an athletic frame from Rosepine, LA. Behind the dish, he shows off quick, fluid footwork and range to all angles. He gets in a very athletic crouch and squares himself off nicely to the pitcher. He presents his hands out in front and keeps his thumb under the baseball. His exchange and release are quick and he makes accurate throws to his targets. He does a great job of tucking his chin on balls in the dirt and has a quick collapse to keep balls in front. At third, he shows off good range and quick feet. He does a great job of staying low on the ball and reads hops well. His glove angles are good and he does a great job of making one-hand plays to his forehand. At the plate, he starts in a squared, athletic stance and gets a nice, on-time stride. He does a good job of keeping his balance centered and shows off a good rhythm with a lower half that does a good job of working through the baseball. He throws the knob of his bat to the catcher and shows off an impressive bat whip. He makes hard, consistent contact and uses all parts of the field to spray line drives. Gabriel is an exciting prospect that has the talent to play at the next level!