06/29/2016 - Under Armour Firecracker Classic 18U, powered by Baseball Factory's Team One Parker continues to show improvements in his baseball tools with a promising future on the diamond. Foot speed has improved as he ran his best 60 time to date, now a well above average runner at 7.15. At the plate, he improved his hitting abilities through an athletic setup. Hands are quick (89 mph exit velocity) and work to stay inside the ball, utilizing all fields through a line drive approach. At 3B, he displays smooth, fluid actions. Feet are quick as he moves well laterally, displaying range. He plays through balls and presents glove well out front. Hands / feet work well together and he shows off his athletic abilities on his feeds of the double play. On the mound, arm strength has improved as he threw his top velocity to date, topping out at 87 mph. Fastball shows plus arm side run. Breaking ball displays 11/5 shape with late / sharp break. Control is solid as he throws strikes with all his pitches. Mental makeup is a plus as he has a great personality, is very coachable and works hard to be the best player he can be.