10/02/2024 - Arizona Sophomore Fall Classic (2027)
Tate Hannah has showcased impressive skills as a third base prospect during the Arizona Sophomore Fall Classic. Defensively, he exhibits outstanding hands and agility, allowing him to make challenging plays look effortless. His athleticism is a significant asset on the field, though he will benefit from focusing on improving his arm strength to enhance his defensive game further. Offensively, Tate demonstrated solid bat-to-ball skills, highlighted by an RBI single to left field, showcasing his ability to come through in clutch situations. He also displayed patience at the plate by drawing a walk, indicating a good approach and understanding of pitch selection. Moving forward, Tate should focus on developing his power at the plate to become a more well-rounded offensive threat. Overall, Tate is a promising prospect with strong defensive abilities and good offensive potential. With continued development in his arm strength and power, he has the makings of an impactful player at the next level.
07/14/2024 - Baseball Factory Texas All Star Experience (Ages 14-18)
Tate is a 2027 3B out of Virginia Beach, VA who showcased his skills during the BF All-Star Experience. In the infield he shows good baseball fundamentals and plays with good energy. He shows a good glove angle and fields the ball out front. At the plate he hits from a closed stance with loose hands. Has a good approach with plus barrel control and gets extended out front. In live game action he reached base 8 times with a double, 6 singles and a base on balls. Tate asked good questions all week and was willing to play multiple positions. We look forward to seeing him at another event in the near future.
11/05/2023 - National Showcase - Gambrills, MD
Tate is a 3B prospect who will graduate in 2027. Medium frame athletic build with strength present and room to add throughout. In the infield, he starts with a good pre-pitch routine and shows fluid footwork. He takes aggressive angles towards baseball with the ability to make routine plays. He fields from a low fielding position, with ability to pick out hops, and has a low funnel. He shows good carry on his throws to first base with an arm velocity up to 69mph. At the plate, he hits from a tall and square stance. Shows good rhythm to his swing, with quick hands, and gets his elbow in slot. Gets good extension out front as he squared up balls to the pull side with a bat exit velocity up to 74mph during his round of BP. With continued growth and development Tate should have opportunities to play at the next level.
01/13/2023 - Baseball Factory's Spring Training at Jackie Robinson Training Complex (MS)
Tate Hannah is a 2027 3B prospect. In the field, he shows off a quick exchange and makes accurate throws. He ran his raw velo up to 65 which shows improvement over time. At the plate he shows off good strength and can really drive the ball. His stance is squared and he has fluid rhythm with good bat speed. He is a hard worker with a good attitude and very coachable. As he grows into his body he will be able to improve his lower half and put together more consistent at-bats.
06/24/2022 - Baseball Factory Select Training at the College World Series (MS)
Tate showed a spike in offensive numbers and raised exit velocity to 65 MPH during is time in Omaha. He is a good sized 1st baseman with progressing skills. Defensively, Tate has playable hands and feet, and he moves well to the ball. He fields out in front, his exchange is clean, and he throws with accuracy and a loose arm to his target. At the plate, Tate has a tall stance, an activated load, and good hand eye coordination. He has good feel for the barrel, and can work the ball gap to gap.
08/21/2021 - Summer Pro Training Experience - MD (MS)
Tate is a 1B/RHP prospect that took strides during the Summer Pro Training. In the field, Tate tries to takes good angles to the ball and gets into a square position. Tate has a clean exchange, which leads to him being able to get to a solid arm slot. At the plate, Tate is in a tall set up and takes a short stride in-line. He is fluid getting into his load, but needs to drive through the ball more with his lower half. He takes a level swing with solid bat speed, leading to him being able to hit the ball all over the field. Overall, Tate is a talented prospect that is in a good spot. With 6 more years to develop, he has the potential to further build upon his skills on the field.
07/07/2021 - All-In Membership - Richmond, VA
Tate is a lean 1B/LHP who will graduate in 2027. At 1B, he displays smooth / athletic actions. Feet are active as he displays proper footwork around the bag and is a quality receiver. Glove action is firm but needs to present more out front. He moves well laterally with range improving as he increases his foot quickness. At the plate, he shows a tall, open setup. Hands are quick and work through a level swing path. He makes consistent contact through a line drive approach with power showing best to the pull side. On the mound, he gathers over the rubber and separates his hands on time. He works with a loose arm and extends through on his release, staying inline towards the plate. He shows a two pitch mix with his fastball topping out at 61 mph. He throws a split finger that is a pitch still in development. Stock on the mound will continue to rise as he builds more arm strength through a long toss program. With 6 years to further develop, Tate has potential with time and room to progress his game.