06/16/2019 - Omaha National World Series - Session 1 (Ages 14-18)
Kyle is a tall LHP/1B prospect who continued to showcase his skills at the Omaha National World Series. On the mound, Kyle shows a three pitch mix with his fastball topping out at 77mph with tailing action. Breaking ball sits from 66-68mph. Changeup sits from 62-65mph with sinking action as he throws with deceptive arm speed. Working more of a leg lift into his motion can help Kyle improve as a pitcher. In the field, Kyle attacks the ball aggressively and flashes good lateral range. He gets into a square position and fields the ball out in front of his body. He makes a two-handed exchange and gains momentum well on his throws, keeping them accurate with life through his target. Working on glove picks can help Kyle improve as a 1B. At the plate, this LHH sets up in a crouched stance and takes a square stride. He is fluid getting his hands activated and drives through well with his lower half. He gets good extension through the ball with decent bat speed, leading to consistent contact to his pull side. Kyle can improve as a hitter by simplifying his load. Overall, Kyle is a solid prospect who has the potential to further develop his skills on the field.
12/27/2018 - Under Armour Baseball Factory Recruiting Classic (Ages 14-18)
Kyle is an athletic, strong built LHP/1B prospect who has a well-rounded game. On the mound, Kyle shows a mound presence and a feel for pitching. He starts square on the rubber with a simple starter step. Kyle has an on-time separation throwing from a 3/4 arm slot with a clean arm action. He has a full finish with an open stride. Kyle does a nice job rotating towards his target as he finishes. He throws a high volume of strikes with a fastball that shows run movement. Kyle also locates his curveball and is developing his changeup. In the field, Kyle has an athletic ready position and he moves with active footwork. He shows a quick first step and presents his glove as he fields the ball in a low, athletic position. Kyle has a clean exchange and plays with momentum through the baseball. He throws from a 3/4 arm slot producing accurate results across the diamond. Offensively, Kyle has an open, athletic setup with a firm front side. He shows comfortable hands with a good load and square stride. Kyle gets good extension and can develop a consistent swing path. He effectively rotates with his core. Kyle shows the ability to drive the ball to the pull side. Overall, Kyle has a solid approach with a versatile skill set giving him a bright future on the diamond.
09/30/2018 - National Tryout Plus - Bellevue (Seattle), WA
Kyle is an athletic LHP/1B prospect who will gradaute in 2020. On the mound, Kyle gathers over the rubber and works with a clean arm. He shows a two pitch mix with his fastball topping out at 75mph with arm side run. Breaking ball sits from 59-62mph with 1-7 break. Kyle can improve as a pitcher by staying inline towards the plate. In the field, Kyle shows active footwork and makes the routine plays. He throws from a 3/4 angle and keeps his throws accurate and on-line to his target. Kyle can improve defensively by getting into a more athletic fielding position. At the plate, this LHH sets up in an athletic stance and takes a square stride. He is smooth getting back into his load and hits from a strong front side. He makes square contact with the ball and drives to his pull side. Kyle can improve as a hitter by taking a shorter swing to the ball. Overall, Kyle is a solid prospect who has the potential to contribute at the next level.
07/15/2018 - Baseball Factory D.C. All Star Experience (Ages 14-18)
Kyle is an athletic and talented 2020 2-way player that made several adjustments throughout the training weekend. At 1B, Kyle has a fluid prep step and has a quick first step to the ball. He works well off the bag, plays through his backhand, and has range to the 4-3 hole. Continuing to practice game like throws in his throwing program will increase his ability to throw from multiple arm angles and on the run. At the plate, Kyle starts in an athletic stance and loads his hands back into the drive position. He hits off a firm front side, creates whip in the barrel, and stays balanced through contact. Continue to attack the inside part of the ball and keeping a middle approach will allow him to drive the ball to all fields. On the bump, Kyle separates on time, has good tempo in his delivery, and attacks the strike zone with both pitches. Working on balance and riding the back leg to the plate will help control his direction toward the plate. Kyle will continue to improve with experience and we hope to see his progress in the future.
01/12/2018 - Baseball Factory Spring Training in Arizona (Ages 14-18)
Kyle is a coachable, hardworking player that is also a great teammate. On the mound, fastball shows a range of 67-68 mph with tailing action. Breaking ball displays 1/7 with gradual break. Stock on the mound will continue to improve as he builds more arm strength through a long toss program. At 1B, he displays proper footwork around the bag and is a quality receiver. Glove action is clean but needs to present more out front. Feet are aggressive as he attacks balls but needs to square up and play through balls more with his body. Range will increase as he continues to improve foot quickness. At the plate, he shows an open / crouched setup. Hands are quick and work through a level swing path. He makes consistent contact through a line drive approach with power showing best to the pull side.
07/14/2017 - California Select Training & Competition - Session 2 (Ages 14-18)
Kyle is a tall, athletic LHP/1B who will graduate in 2020. is At 1B, he displays smooth / fluid actions. Feet are aggressive as he displays proper footwork around the bag and is a quality receiver. Glove action is soft / sure as he presents well out front. Range will improve as he increases foot quickness. At the plate, he shows a tall setup. Hands are loose and work through a level swing path. He works to keep hands inside the ball to utilize all fields through a line drive approach. On the mound, fastball shows a range of 68-71 mph with cutting action. Breaking ball displays 10/4 shape with gradual break. Stock on the mound will continue to improve as he builds more arm strength through a long toss program. Mental makeup is a plus as he is very coachable and plays the game hard. With 3 years to further develop, Kyle has abilities with time and room to progress his game.