04/10/2016 - Interactive Video Program - Costa Mesa (Los Angeles), CA Justin is an athletic 2-way player (SS/RHP) who has a ton of upside. Defensively this quick MIF moves well right and left. He works into an athletic/square fielding position and tracks the GB into a soft/sure mitt. He gathers well and has a clean exchange to throw. At the plate, Justin shows a balanced approach with rhythm to load. Swing is short/compact through a level path as he connects and hits the ball where it's pitched, using the whole field. On the mound, this RHP works to a controlled balance point, has smooth separation and fires from a smooth/loose arm action. FB ranges from 59-61 mph while showing slight cut. Breaking ball has 11/5 shape with gradual acton. Changeup has run and compliments his FB well. He pounds the zone and throws strikes with all 3-pitches. Justin has skills with still time to develop and physically mature. Overall abilities in his game will improve with work on the following.
Defense 1. Backhand 2. Glove presentation out in front 3. Play through ball Offense 1. Lower 1/2 drive 2. Extension through contact Pitching 1. Arm strength (long toss) 2. Finish with extension on follow through