09/15/2019 - Accelerated Interactive Video Program - Boise, ID Kolten is an athletic 1B/LHP prospect who will graduate in 2024. In the field, Kolten shows active footwork and fields in a low position. He makes a clean exchange and gets rid of the ball quickly, keeping his throws accurate and on-line to his target. At the plate, this RHH sets up in a square stance with center balance. He is smooth getting into his load and hits against a strong front side. He takes a direct swing with fast bat speed, leading to loud contact to all fields. On the mound, Kolten shows a three pitch mix with his fastball topping out at 67mph with arm side run. Breaking ball sits from 56-59mph with 2-8 break. Changeup sits from 51-54mph. Overall abilities can improve with work on the following.
Infield 1. Lateral range 2. Play through ball Hitting 1. Lower leg kick 2. More extension Pitching 1. Balance point 2. Looser arm action