01/23/2022 - Official College Recruiting Membership - North Branford, CT Michael is a strong athletic catcher in the 2023 class. Behind the plate, he has quick and active footwork. He receives the baseball behind his eyes with his shoulders square to the pitcher. He tracks the ball well and can maintain the strike zone on inner/outer half pitches. He redirects the baseball (2.05 pop) with clean and affective transfers. His take away is short with an over-the-top release for on-line accurate throws. Working to get his front foot down sooner will eliminate his leg kick and decrease an already exceptional pop time. At the plate, he shows great intent to power through the baseball (86 exit velo). He has a short compact stroke and generates load and weight transfer. Has power to the pull side gap with a high contact rate. Michael has the tool to play at the next level.