01/12/2018 - 2018 Under Armour All-America Pre-Season Tournament Michael is a lean, athletic OF/RHP who has a tremendous future on the diamond. Foot speed is well above average as indicated by his 7.09 60 time. In the OF, he displays outstanding defensive abilities and utilizes his quick feet well in his lateral movement as he displays range. He works to get behind balls, playing through with momentum to his target. Reads are excellent as he takes proper first steps, displaying big play potential in the OF. Throws displaying life, accuracy and on line carry as he gets rid of the baseball quickly. At the plate he continues shine, displaying outstanding hitting abilities with well above average power potential through an athletic setup. Hands are quick and work to and through a shirt / direct / level swing path, creating extension. He has strength in his swing and he works to keep hands inside the ball, utilizing all fields. On the mound, he has a huge upside. Delivery is sound / repeatable as he shows good tempo through a strong balance point, allowing his arm action to work quick and free to the plate. Arm strength is at a near pro level as indicated by his top velocity of 89 mph. Fastball shows a range of 82-89 mph on a downhill plane. Breaking ball displays10/4 shape with late / sharp break and shows as a quality pitch that will gets outs. Control is outstanding as he attacks hitters and throws strikes with all his pitches. Michael has the makings of a special type player and will get looks from the collegiate coaches with his baseball abilities, possibly as a two-way guy.