08/10/2008 - College PREP - Gaffney, SC Matt is a 1B with an outstanding body suited for the position. He presents a solid target at 1B with good actions around the bag. He presents his glove well with glove action improving if he utilizes his feet more in coming to get the baseball, currently sits and waits. He does show solid foot work around the bag and recovers well on the double play. Arm strength is average and he needs to get on a strict long toss program to aid in further developing more arm strength. At the plate, Deegan has solid average ability with near above average raw power. He shows quick hands and plus bat speed. Swing path is uphill due to no transfer in the lower half and he sits on his backside. He shows a good feel for the barrel, especially the pull side. The baseball jumps off his bat when centered. Matt will catch the eyes of some college coaches with his baseball abilities.
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