Ontario Insider: Canada's Junior National Team Spring Roster - 2018 Ontario Players
March 6, 2017
By Chris Kemlo, Dylan Hefflinger & PBR Ontario Staff
Ontario Scouting Director / Editor in Chief
In preparation of this years 18u World Championships in Thunder Bay Ontario, the Canadian Junior National Team released their spring training roster that will head to St. Petersburg Florida from March 24 - April 2 to compete against professional players. 11 players will represent Ontario over their 10 game schedule, with looking to earn a spot on the final roster of 18 for the World Championships, as well impress the following of pro scouts as many prepare to cement their spot in the upcoming MLB draft in June.
Below we take a look at the senior, 2018 grads from Ontario. To view the 2017 prospect, click here.
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Ontario Insider: Canada's Junior National Team Spring Roster - 2018 Ontario Players
Noah Naylor, C, Ontario Blue Jays
Committed: Texas A&M
Overview: Naylor looks to be on the same path as his brother Josh, a 2015 first round pick of the Miami Marlins with the amount of tools he brings to the table. Still a year away from the 2018 draft, the athletic and agile catcher will be a key component of Canada’s success at the World Championships as he looks to be an offensive threat while controlling the pitching staff and being able to shut down the running game from behind the dish. A smooth, balanced, left-handed stroke at the plate, the hit tool is greater than the power at the moment, but Naylor still shows the ability to leave the yard if pitchers make a mistake. The feet and transfer are extremely quick behind the plate while the ball jumps out his hand with easy carry and accuracy. Naylor profiles as middle of the order bat and will look for a strong start to the 2017 season.
Ben Abram, RHP, Ontario Terriers