09/07/2008 - College PREP - Indianapolis, IN Nick is a 2B with a small frame. Defensive abilities are solid average as he presents his glove down and out in front of his body. Glove action is soft, clean, and sure in making the plays. He shows athletic actions in his feeds and turns of the double play. Foot speed is below average and needs to get on a speed / agility program to improve. He does show good foot work to prep and comes gets, playing through the baseball with his feet and hands. Arm strength is average and needs to get on a strict long toss program to build more arm strength. At the plate, Hostetler has average ability and power. Set up is quiet and compact showing good balance. Swing path is long developing a pull type swing. Power numbers will increase as overall body strength is improved. Nick has abilities with a lot of room to improve.