05/26/2019 - Interactive Video Program - Murfreesboro (Nashville), TN Jacob is a tall OF/RHP prospect who will graduate in 2023. In the field, Jacob shows fluid footwork and is agile moving to the ball. He gets into an athletic position and fields out in front with soft hands. He makes a clean exchange and gets rid of the ball quickly, keeping his throws accurate with carry through his target. At the plate, this RHH sets up in a closed stance and takes a short stride. He shows a smooth rhythm and drives through well with his lower half. He takes a direct swing with fast bat speed, leading to loud contact with gap to gap pop. On the mound, Jacob gathers over the rubber and works with a clean arm. He stays inline towards the plate and finishes with a controlled landing. Jacob shows a two pitch mix with his fastball topping out at 68mph. Breaking ball sits from 58-61mph with deceptive arm speed. Overall abilities can improve with work on the following.
Outfield 1. More lateral crow hop 2. Play behind ball Hitting 1. More load 2. Lighter stride foot Pitching 1. Earlier hand separation 2. Extend through release