12/14/2024 - National Showcase - Palmyra (Harrisburg), PA Tanner is a 7th-grade catcher with a tall, lean frame and a lot of potential. Behind the plate, he presents a low target and works his thumb under the ball, consistently keeping pitches in the strike zone. He gains ground efficiently on throws to second base, utilizing a quick, high exchange and delivering accurate throws with good carry, reaching speeds up to 74 mph. At the plate, Tanner starts in a tall stance and uses his legs well to generate power. His flat barrel path allows him to consistently drive the ball with hard line drives to all fields, reaching a top exit velocity of 75 mph. With his solid fundamentals and tremendous upside, Tanner has all the tools to continue developing into a strong player as he gains more experience.