Ryan
Ward

8/17/14 - 6-foot-2, 220-pound right-handed hitter posted a 4.70 home to first base time with event best 92 mph tee exit velocity.  Hits from a balanced stance with a short stride, uses strong lower half to generate bat speed through the zone, swing path creates some lift and shows pull-side power, went 0-for-4 in game play with two strikeouts.  Shows good athleticism at first base defensively, moves well, 71 mph arm strength across the infield (77 at previous event), has potential to hit for power at the next level.

7/15/14 - 6-foot-2, 220 pound prospect shows good athleticism for size, hands play defensively and shows good feet around the bag, reached a top velocity of 77 mph across the infield.  At the plate, hits from a balanced setup with a short stride, creates lift in his swing with some pull power, hit long home run to left field in his round of batting practice, ran 7.20 60 yard dash, 85 mph tee exit velocity.