03/19/2023 - National Showcase - Hoover (Birmingham), AL Monte is a 2027 RHH 1B/C prospect. Behind the dish, he presents his glove low and out in front, and gives his pitcher a big, squared target to hit. Really does a nice job of receiving his pitchers and has a good understanding of the position. Works hard to create momentum with his throws. At 1B, Monte showed off range to the glove side and backhand. He has good awareness around the bag and makes all the routine plays. He works hard to have soft hands and field the ball out in front. At the plate, he starts with a squared, tall batting stance. He gets a good load and has a fluid rhythm with his swing. He gets good action from his lower half which works through the baseball and he displays solid bat speed. Love his aggressiveness in the box and his level swing; it allows him to make hard consistent contact. Works hard to keep his balance back in the box. Overall excited to see what the future holds for Monte with high school out in front of him.