07/10/2023 - National Showcase - Greenville, SC Emmanuel is a solid, strong C/3B who is a prospect on the diamond. Behind the dish, he presents a soft/sure mitt showing great pocket awareness sticking pitches. He uses his body through the blocking process, centering balls well out front. Receiving / blocking skills show as outstanding tools that will play well at the next level. Pop times showed in 2.22 range with accuracy / carry (82 mph velocity) on his throws. Times will continue to drop as he builds more arm strength through a long toss program. At 3B, defensive abilities are well above average as he displays smooth / fluid actions. Feet are active as he attacks ball and plays through with his body. Glove action is clean and presents out front. He utilizes his foot quickness well in his lateral movements. At the plate, he continues to shine through an open setup. Hands are quick and work through an aggressive swing path. He stays inside the ball, utilizing all fields with gap-to-gap pop. Lower half works well through the swing with an aggressive hip turn. With 4 years to further develop, Emmanuel has a high skill set and will get looks from the collegiate coaches as he continues to progress his game.