08/04/2010 - College PREP - Middletown, CT Daniel is a tall, stocky, 2-way player that Catches and plays 1st base. Behind the plate, Daniel has quiet actions, he looks the ball in, and he works around it well. He centers the ball softly on his chest when blocking and covers the "5" hole properly. Daniel works to gain ground well, gets good direction toward the plate, and he throws accurately to his target. Abilities behind the plate can improve with quicker feet, a shorter release, and added arm strength. At 1B, Daniel has average footwork, hands, and he moves well around the bag. He fields the ball cleanly, he has a quick release, and he throws accurately to his target. Daniel can improve in the INF if he can get his glove down sooner, avoid standing up when throwing, and again, add arm strength. Offensively, Daniel has average balance, a quiet head, and good bat speed. He is a strong hitter who throws his hands to the ball, and he finds the barrel well. Offensive numbers can improve with a looser grip, a better stride, and more lower 1/2.