11/10/2011 - Pirate City Select Training - 2011 Tate showed well both in the OF and at the plate during his time in Pirate City. Defensively, Tate takes good angles to the ball, he makes plays, and he uses 2 hands. He keeps groundballs in front, he gathers himself well, and he throws with carry and accuracy to his target. At the plate, Tate has a good setup, quick hands, and good bat speed. He has a good bat angle, he makes solid contact, and he has some pop in his bat.