03/29/2009 - College PREP - Pittsburgh, PA TJ is an OF with a small, thin frame that shows projection as he continues to physically mature and add muscle mass. Foot speed is below average as indicated by his 5.44 40 time and needs to get on a speed / agility program to improve foot quickness for the next level. He utilizes his feet well in taking proper routes and angles in tracking down balls in the OF, showing a low approach as he comes gets ground balls. Defensive abilities in the OF are solid average as he has an idea in his play. Arm strength is solid average displaying life, carry and accuracy on his throws. He will benefit by getting on a strict long toss program to aid in further developing more arm strength and carry on throws. At the plate, Howsare has solid average abilities with slightly above average power. Balance is present and he loads well, allowing his upper and lower work in synch to generate power. Hands are quick and direct to the baseball, showing bat speed as he keeps hands inside, utilizing all fields. Power numbers will increase as more overall body strength is added. TJ has abilities with a lot of room to improve.