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During the month of December we will be counting down to the new year by looking back on the top performances of 2018 at a PBR event. Today we continue our review with a look at the top offensive performances over the past year.

+ Note: a number of top performances have already been discussed recently in our weekly editions of "Rounding the Bases".

Albert Choi OF / Downingtown East, PA / 2019 Rankings  StateRank: 106 / POS: 17 6/12/18 - Western PA Top Prospect Games 5-foot-11, 165-pound right-handed hitter's game changing foot speed was on display all weekend. Choi ran an event best 6.59 60-yard dash on a relatively slow track. He also ran a laser timed 6.48 indoors at the Preseason All-State Showcase in January. Choi's foot speed also translates well to game play as evidenced by his 4.03 trip down the first base line on an infield single and his stand up triple on a ball hit down the left field line. Currently uncommitted, Choi showcased a line drive approach while barreling the baseball consistently to all fields during game action over two days. Choi was also among the leaders at the event in arm strength (88 mph from the outfield) and bat exit velocity (88 mph).

Billy Gerlott 3B / OF / Blue Mountain, PA / 2020 Rankings  StateRank: 44 / POS: 7 8/16/18 - Fall Kickoff Showcase Physical 6-foot-1, 185-pound right-handed hitter starts from an open stance and initiates his swing with a short, leg-hang stride. Displayed above average balance and rhythm to his swing with an ability to create backspin and a bat exit velocity of 92 mph. Ran a 7.08 60-yard dash and active feet defensively with a soft glove hand. Made all plays look routine while playing through the baseball routinely with accurate 78 mph arm strength across the diamond. Definite high follow in this class with a chance to be a quality defender and run producing bat at the next level.

Quinn Hanafin 3B / OF / Sayre Area , PA / 2020 Rankings  StateRank: 33 / POS: 5 10/27/18 - Elite Prospect Showcase 5-foot-9, 180-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a toe-tap stride. Showcased a compact swing with a very strong lower half and the ability to create backspin. Consistently made loud contact while showing present power to the pull side. Registered a bat exit velocity of 86 mph and ran a 7.44 60-yard dash. Displayed solid actions defensively with active feet while routinely playing through the baseball. Showed ability to make plays on the move with accurate 82 mph arm strength across the diamond.

Joshua Hoffman SS / 2B / Belle Vernon Area, PA / 2019 Rankings  StateRank: 48 / POS: 6 10/27/18 - PBR Mid-Atlantic ProCase 5-foot-9, 155-pound Youngstown State commit packs plenty of strength in a smaller frame. Ran an event best 6.51 laser timed 60-yard dash and followed that up with a 6.52 for good measure. The right-handed hitter starts from a wide, square stance and initiates his swing with a lift-and-replace stride. The same fast-twitch actions are present in his swing as creates significant barrel whip with an aggressive hip turn and strong forearms. Registered an 88 mph bat exit velocity while swinging wood. Showcased enough arm strength (84 mph) to remain on the left side of the diamond defensively at the next level, but glove hand is stiff. His foot speed and physical size will likely necessitate a move to center field to better utilize his tools.

Brendan O'Donnell OF / RHP / Great Valley, PA / 2019 Rankings  StateRank: 43 / POS: 8 10/27/18 - PBR Mid-Atlantic ProCase 6-foot-2, 200-pound two-way prospect is a Rider commit. O'Donnell impressed with his well-rounded skill set just days after completing his high school football season. The right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and utilizes a lift-and-replace stride to initiate his swing from a high hands load. Barreled the baseball consistently with authority, showing present power to both gaps with a bat exit velocity of 93 mph while swinging wood. Ran a 6.83 laser timed 60-yard dash and showcased 92 mph arm strength from the outfield. The primary outfielder also topped at 86 mph during his bullpen session.

John Seibert C / OF / Warwick, PA / 2020 Rankings  StateRank: 17 / POS: 3 8/19/18 - Team PBR - Fall Kickoff Showcase Tournament 6-foot-2, 205-pound right-handed hitter picked up right where he left off following an impressive showing as a member of Team Pennsylvania at the PBR Future Games. Seibert went 3-for-7 with a pair of runs scored and stole a base during three games. The physical backstop also showcased advanced arm strength with consistent pop times that hovered around 2.0 between innings.

Best of the Rest

Andrew Curran RHP / OF / Souderton Area, PA / 2019 Rankings  StateRank: 223 / POS: 66 6/20/18 - Eastern PA Top Prospect Games Primary pitcher is a Barton College recruit but shined at this event at the plate also. The right-handed hitter went 4-for-6 with two doubles in game action and showcased a bat exit velocity of 91 mph.

Dylan DuCharme OF / Spring-Ford, PA / 2021 Rankings  StateRank: 19 / POS: 4 6/20/18 - Eastern PA Top Prospect Games Nursing a badly sprained finger went on to go 4-for-6 at the plate in game action. Registered an 85 mph bat exit velocity, 84 mph arm strength from the outfield and ran a 6.97 60-yard dash. DuCharme also impressed as a member of Team Pennsylvania at the 2018 PBR Future Games.

Wyatt Henseler 3B / RHP / Emmaus , PA / 2020 Rankings  StateRank: 15 / POS: 4 1/28/18 - Preseason All-State Showcase Pennsylvania commit showcased big power potential with a 95 mph bat exit velocity. Henseler went on to shine as a member of Team Pennsylvania at the 2018 PBR Future Games prior to announcing his college commitment this fall.

Hunter Klotz C / OF / Central , PA / 2021 Rankings  StateRank: 11 / POS: 1 8/19/18 - Western PA Top Prospect Games Left-handed hitter showcased an advanced approach at the plate with present pull side power and the ability to use all fields. Klotz went on to announce a commitment to Kent State this fall.

Bobby Lane OF / 1B / Penn-Trafford, PA / 2020 Rankings  StateRank: 35 / POS: 5 8/1/18 - PBR Future Games Left-handed hitter displayed an above average feel for the barrel while hitting over .400 at the Western PA Top Prospect Games in June and as a member of Team Pennsylvnia in August. Lane went on to announce his commitment to Cincinnati.

Garrett Lowe 3B / SS / Kennard-Dale, PA / 2019 Rankings  StateRank: 93 / POS: 12 7/10/18 - Eastern PA College Prospect Showcase Physical right-handed hitter flashed a 90 mph bat exit velocity and present power in his athletic frame. Lowe later announced his commitment to Millersville University.

Drew Morse LHP / 1B / Downingtown West, PA / 2020 Rankings  StateRank: 90 / POS: 9 6/11/18 - Western PA Top Prospect Games Two-way prospect is a primary pitcher, but really stood out offensively in June Showcased an 87 mph bat exit velocity and a swing that will draw college coaches to see him at both positions this coming summer.

Andrew Muraco SS / RHP / Franklin Regional, PA / 2021 Rankings  StateRank: 23 / POS: 3 6/11/18 - Western PA Top Prospect Games 5-foot-10, 170-pound left-handed hitter continues to get stronger. An advanced approach at the plate along with continued strength gains will make Muraco a high follow over the coming year.

Domenic Popa OF / LHP / Seton LaSalle Catholic, PA / 2020 Rankings  StateRank: 47 / POS: 6 6/11/18 - Western PA Top Prospect Games 6.75 runner was nursing some leg issues much of the fall and will likely post 6.60 readings when healthy. Solid defender capable of playing center field at the next level has a handsy approach at the plate with excellent barrel awareness.

Christian Quinn 1B / LHP / Harriton, PA / 2020 Rankings  StateRank: 75 / POS: 2 10/27/18 - Elite Prospect Showcase 6-foot-1, 220-pound switch-hitter stood out in October with present power from both sides of the plate and an 89 mph bat exit velocity. With room to add strength to his frame should draw significant interest over the next year as a middle of the order bat.

Sam Ruta SS / 3B / Pennsbury, PA / 2020 Rankings  StateRank: 18 / POS: 2 10/27/18 - PBR Mid-Atlantic ProCase Showed the potential for home run power in his left-hand swing at a pair of PBR events this summer and fall. 6-foot-2, 185-pounder has a projectable frame and natural lift to his swing.

Jayden Taitano C / 3B / Conestoga Valley, PA / 2020 Rankings  StateRank: 65 / POS: 13 10/27/18 - Elite Prospect Showcase 5-foot-10, 185-pound right-handed hitter has a fundamentally sound swing and shows above average strength in his athletic frame. Showcased a 91 mph bat exit velocity and solid barrel awareness at several PBR events this year.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SHOWCASE	STATE	DATE	LOCATION
2018 Holiday Showcase	PA	12/29	Keystone State Baseball Academy
Western Pennsylvania Junior Future Games Trials	PA	12/30	Pro Performance RX
Pittsburgh Outlaws Scout Day	PA	01/20	C-Side Sports Academy
2019 Preseason Preview	PA	01/26	Keystone State Baseball Academy
Super 60 Pro Showcase	NATIONAL	02/03	The Max
2019 Preseason All-State Showcase (Day One)	PA	02/16	Keystone State Baseball Academy
2019 Preseason All-State Showcase (Day Two)	PA	02/17	Keystone State Baseball Academy
2019 Pennsylvania Junior Future Games Trials (Session One)	PA	03/10	Keystone State Baseball Academy
2019 Pennsylvania Junior Future Games Trials (Session Two)	PA	03/24	Keystone State Baseball Academy
2019 Western PA Top Prospect Games	PA	06/11	Seton Hill University
2019 Eastern PA Top Prospect Games	PA	06/18	Millersville University
Play for Team PBR 16U (PBR Limited Series)	PA	06/29	Lebanon Valley College
2019 Eastern PA College Prospect Showcase	PA	07/09	Millersville University
Play for Team PBR 17U (PBR Limited Series)	PA	07/20	University of Scranton
2019 Western PA College Prospect Showcase	PA	07/23	Historic Pullman Park
2019 Fall Kickoff Showcase	PA	08/15	Millersville University
Play for Team PBR 17U (Fall Kickoff Showcase Tournament)	PA	08/17	Millersville University
Play for Team PBR (Seton Hill Labor Day Tournament)	PA	08/31	Seton Hill University
Play for Team PBR (West Virginia Team Camp)	PA	09/20	West Virginia University

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