09/13/2015 - Interactive Video Program - Fresno, CA Tanner is a R/R 2-way player as an OF/3B. At 3B, he hustles to the GB moving well on the balls of his feet. He works around the GB and into a square fielding position. He plays through the ball well and gains ground toward his target. In the OF, Tanner takes solid routes/angles and works into position behind the fly-ball. He secures the ball with 2-hands and makes accurate throws to his target. Offensively, this righty shows a square setup with good balance. He tracks the pitch into the zone, works back into a loaded position and engages his lower 1/2 well throughout the swing. Overall abilities in his game will improve with work on the following.
Infield 1. Pre-pitch footwork 2. Glove presentation out in front 3. Arm strength (long toss) Outfield 1. Play through ball 2. Crow-hop 3. Routes/Angles Offense 1. Level out swing 2. Shorter/more direct swing path