12/27/2012 - Pirate City Christmas Camp and Tournament Dean is solid 1st baseman who will graduate in 2013. Defensively, Dean has soft hands, playable feet, and he keeps the ball in front of his body. He has a short arm action, and throws with average strength and consistency to his target. Quicker feet, smoother actions, and added arm strength will improve defense. Offensively, Dean has a square set-up, good balance, and average bat speed. He is short to the ball, he can spray to all fields, and he uses some lower 1/2. More aggressiveness, better timing, and added bat speed will spike hitting grades.