01/18/2013 - 2013 Under Armour All-America Pre-Season Tournament Niko is a 1B with a big build. He excels offensively and has some pop off of his barrel. Niko displays a square setup, solid load, and short stride. He is patient and lets the ball travel into the zone, showing the ability to use all fields. He swings with fast bat speed and gets his lower 1/2 through, spraying the ball. Defensively at 1B, he works to get around the groundball with active footwork and soft hands. He has a quick/clean exchange and makes the plays. Focus on improved footwork will greatly benefit his defensive play. Bedell is a solid prospect and should get some looks to continue his game at the next level.