Trent Buchanan 3B/RHP

06/16/2019 - College PREP - Tacoma, WA Trent is a strong 3B/RHP prospect who will graduate in 2020. In the field, Trent shows fluid footwork and is agile moving to the ball. He gets into an athletic position and fields the ball out in front of his body. He makes a clean exchange and gets rid of the ball quickly, keeping his throws accurate with carry through his target. At the plate, this RHH sets up in a crouched stance and takes a square stride. He shows a smooth rhythm and leads well with his lower half. He takes a direct swing with fast bat speed, leading to sold contact and gap to gap pop. On the mound, Trent gathers over the rubber and separates his hands on time. He works with a clean arm and extends through his release, finishing square to the plate. Trent shows a three pitch mix with his fastball topping out at 80mph with tailing action. Cutter sits from 71-73mph with sharp break. Changeup sits from 64-69mph with arm side run as he throws with deceptive arm speed. Overall, Trent is a talented prospect who has the skill set to contribute at the next level.