Braden
Mayer

2.17.13 - 5-foot-10, 187-pound catcher. Pop times ranged from 2.1-2.19, 77 mph from the crouch, displays a quick arm action, shows athleticism behind the plate, has the ability to snap throw. Offensively hits from a closed stance, uses minimal load and no stride. Bat speed is present, quick hands, short path. Lower half is active, athletic swing, advanced approach, 88 mph exit velocity.

7.25.12 Mayer is a strong 5-foot-10, 187-pound catcher who impressed in all facets of the game. Offensively, Mayer showcased an aggressive, repeatable line drive swing with excellent balance through contact. He remains quiet through contact, with little excess movement. He uses his strong lower half and quick hands to barrel the baseball with gap-to-gap power. Defensively, he displayed soft hands and solid blocking skills behind the plate.  Mayer exhibited an accurate arm that was clocked at 76 mph from the crouch with a best pop time of 1.95.  Additionally, Mayer ran a 7.35 60. In all, Mayer looks to be one of the more polished catchers in the Class of 2014.

6/12/12 Mayer is a 5-foot-10, 190-pound multi-positional player who showed a good feel behind the plate, exhibiting solid footwork. He had a best pop time of 2.05, which was clocked at 74 mph from the crouch. Mayer showed to be a good receiver displaying soft hands and the ability to block balls in the dirt. Offensively, Mayer showcased a strong lower half and showed some pop in his bat. Additionally, Mayer ran a 7.25 60.