07/10/2012 - College PREP - Minneapolis, MN Spencer is an athletic SS that will graduate in 2013. Foot speed is outstanding as indicated by his 6.81 60 time. Feet are active as he attacks ground balls and works around balls while displaying clean hands. He moves well laterally displaying range in the middle of the IF. For defensive grades to improve, he needs to present his glove out quicker and play through. Throws are accurate, flashing carry across the diamond as he will benefit by building more arm strength through a long toss program. At the plate, Merle shows a balanced approach with rhythm. Hands are quick, generating bat speed through a level swing path and works to keep hands inside the ball, utilizing all fields. He has strength in his swing with the baseball jumping off his bat when centered. Spencer has a lot of potential and will catch the eyes of the collegiate coaches as he continues to improve.