05/20/2018 - National Tryout Plus - Nyack (NYC), NY Josh is an athletic RHP/2B that continues to improve his game on the diamond. On the mound, Josh throws four pitches (4SM FB, 2SM FB, CB and CH) from a high 3/4 arm slot. Josh shows good balance with on time separation and a clean arm action that extends through the zone upon release. He keeps his eyes to his target and displays good direction to the plate while controlling his landing. Josh shows improvement in velocity from his last event, jumping from 51-53 mph on his FB to 58-60 mph. Josh can improve on the mound by working on off speed feel. At second base, Josh continues to show a good pre-pitch routine with active, aggressive feet while making clean exchanges into an over top arm slot and throwing the ball on a line. Josh can improve defensively by presenting his hands early out front of his body and creating a more linear arm slot. At the plate, Josh continues to show his line drive approach with simple actions. He has a square, athletic set up with a short, square stride and separation through a back-side load. Josh shows smooth rhythm with a good center balance, utilizing his lower half. He shows a direct swing path as he makes consistent contact with the baseball. Josh can improve offensively by keeping his hands inside the ball and keeping his front shoulder in throughout his swing. Josh is still young and has room to get stronger through natural growth.
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