12/09/2018 - Interactive Video Program - Nyack (NYC), NY Niko showed well on the mound during his last workout with The Factory. He is a tall framed 2-way player who currently projects best on the mound. Niko has a loose/clean arm circle, he separates on time, and lands with good direction toward home plate. He works well to his balance point, his off-speed show well, and he competes in the zone. At 1B, Niko moves well to the ball, he centers it properly, and has good bag awareness. He has firm hands and an accurate arm to his target. Offensively, Niko has a tall/square set-up, a short stride, and a line drive swing. He will need to work on the following in order for skills to improve.
Pitching 1. Windup 2. Finish 3. Release Infield 1. Aggressiveness 2. Footwork 3. Release Offense 1. Swing path 2. Lower body 3. Rhythm