02/18/2018 - National Tryout - Crosby (Houston), TX Walker is an athletic OF/RHP prospect who will graduate in 2021. In the field, Walker makes the routine play and plays through the ball well. Walker can improve defensively by getting into a more athletic fielding position. At the plate, this RHH sets up in an athletic stance and takes a square stride. He is fluid getting into his load and maintains center balance. He takes a direct swing with fast bat speed which leads to hard contact and line drives into the gaps. Walker can improve as a hitter by driving his lower half more. On the mound, Walker shows a solid delivery as he gathers over the rubber and separates his hands on time. He works with a free arm action and extends through on his release, staying inline towards the plate. Walker has a three pitch mix with his fastball topping out at 72mph. Breaking ball ranges from 58-61mph with 10-4 break. Changeup sits from 60-62mph with sinking action as he throws with fastball arm speed. Walker can improve as a pitcher by finishing with his chest over his front knee. With three more years to develop, Walker has the time and potential to further progress his skills on the field.
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