Gunner
Howard

5/31/17
A righty swinger that starts in an athletic setup. Uses a leg lift to initiate swing sequence. Hands move back to launch. Barrel takes a slightly downhill path to the baseball. Bat speed is average with solid strength through contact. Ball jumped off his bat when he found the barrel. In the infield he has fluidity and athleticism to his actions. Does a nice job playing low and through the baseball. Glove skills are above average for his age. Arm strength would be area for improvement. On the mound the righty is pretty clean mechanically. Gets to a high lift at balance point and lands in line at foot strike. Arm action is clean with developing arm speed. Delivery requires little effort. Offers a fastball/breaking ball combo while working through a high-¾ slot. Fastball is mostly straight through the zone at 75-76 mph. Breaking ball works on an 11/5 plane with gradual break at 66-67 mph.

Home To First: 4.35
Infield Velocity: 73
Exit Velocity: 75

2/1/17
At the plate the righty stays fluid during his loading sequence where he uses little movement. Path is level and swing is compact. Should have more juice as he fills out his frame. Consistently found the barrel in batting practice. Worked well to the middle of the field. A smooth fielding infielder with athletic actions. Plays low and actions stay on the move. Glove skills are well above average. Has a middle infielders skill set. On the mound, the 2019 prospect offers some projectability with his quick arm speed and  long/thin frame. Smooth tempo to his delivery as throws through a ¾ arm slot. Three-pitch mix type pitcher. Fastball ranges consistently between 73-76 mph. Working with some sharp 11/5 movement his 65-66 mph breaking shows signs of being a potential out pitch. Changeup displays some sinking action on the plate as it sits between 70-72 mph.

Infield Velocity: 77
Exit Velocity: 73