07/07/2015 - Interactive Video Program - Trenton, NJ Jacob is a (2019 grad) 2-way player as a RHP/1B. On the bump, this RHP throws his FB & CB from a 3/4 arm slot & clean arm action. He works to a controlled balance point and utilizes frame well to drive downhill toward the dish. FB ranges from 62-66 mph as he fills up the zone with strikes. Breaking ball has 9/3 shape (61-62 mph). At 1B, Jacob works hard to get into a square fielding position behind the GB. He tracks the ball into his mitt and makes the plays with soft hands. Offensively, this RHH shows a square setup with a solid base. He takes an aggressive hack through a level path and drives the ball back up the middle of the field. Overall abilities in his game will improve with work on the following.
Pitching 1. Lower 1/2 drive 2. Arm strength (long toss) 3. Earlier separation Infield 1. Footwork / agility 2. Glove presentation Offense 1. Front foot timing 2. Shorter / more direct swing path 3. More lower 1/2 drive