Texas Limited Series: Day 1

Game 1: Dulins Dodgers TX (6) vs. Twelve 2022 (0)

+ Uncommitted 2021 RHP/C David Jeon (Dulins Dodgers TX) showcased plenty to like as he didn’t allow a run on the mound and hit in the 4-hole for the Dodgers. Sturdily-built at 5-foot-11, 200-pounds, Jeon carries a more durable frame on the mound, and comfortably sat 85-88 with his fastball, which he controlled to both sides of the plate, and looked like he still had more velocity in the tank should he need it. His breaking ball worked at 70-73 with slurve shape, and was effective throughout the game, though inconsistent at times. He also flashed a changeup at 76 mph. He pitched exclusively out of the stretch with a controlled, medium-sized arm stroke that was quick out front. At the plate, the right-handed hitter went 1-for-2 with a walk and hit-by-pitch, and exhibited some strength to the pull side.

Uncommitted ‘21 RHP David Jeon (@DDodgersTX) has been 85-88 throughout to both sides of the plate. Calm demeanor w/ more in the tank when needed. 70-73 breaker flashes swing and miss at times. Faded changeup at 77-78. @PBR_Texas #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/UwytC7GDpb

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

+ Uncommitted 2021 CF Jaeger Self (Dulins Dodgers TX) utilized a short stroke from the right side to go 2-for-4 with a double hitting out of the 2-hole for the Dodgers. The 5-foot-10, 170-pounder has some proportional strength, and worked slightly uphill through the zone with a pull approach.

Keep an eye out for uncommitted ‘21 CF Jaeger Self (@DDodgersTX). Aggressive approach from the right side with quickness to the hands. Two hits on the day and both were squared up including this one>>#LimitedSeriesTX @PBR_Texas pic.twitter.com/oxJpVgLuxQ

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

+ Uncommitted 2021 SS Connor McGinnis (Dulins Dodgers TX) finished the day 2-for-3 with a double and a walk as he quietly tracked pitches from a crouched stance, and remained controlled throughout a simple approach. Listed at 5-foot-10, 145-pounds, he looks stronger than that, and made some nice plays at shortstop, showcasing solid hands and a longer, strong arm across the diamond that should help him play any position on the dirt moving forward.

Uncommitted ‘21 SS Connor McGinnis (@DDodgersTX) showcasing a simple approach from the left side. Not rushed & remains balanced. Middle approach from leadoff spot. Singles here >>#LimitedSeriesTX @PBR_Texas pic.twitter.com/aqVnh3QOab

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

+ Uncommitted 2021 C Dalton Balma (Dulins Dodgers TX) did not get cheated at the plate, and had two hits on the day including a double. Thicker than his listed 5-foot-10, 160-pound frame, Balma was able to use his strength with some whip to the barrel after a bigger coil load. He worked hard behind the plate, and was ready to compete from the instant he stepped foot in the stadium.

I’ve really liked the swings that uncommitted ‘21 C Dalton Balma (@DDodgersTX) has taken today. Some twitch the hands with bat speed. Bigger coil. Two hits on the day. @PBR_Texas #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/VaYN9K4e8T

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

+ Uncommitted 2022 INF Cash Benavidez (Twelve 2022) notched two hits on the day hitting out of the three-hole. Still maturing physically at 5-foot-11, 160-pounds, the right-handed hitter utilizes a direct path to the ball with the ability to spray line drives to all fields. His quick hands combine with a balanced approach and strong tracking skills to help him produce in games.

Really liked ‘22 Cash Benavidez’s energy last week for @TwelveBaseball & he continues to show a short, quick stroke. Singles in his first at-bat of the day. Plays much bigger than his frame. #LimitedSeriesTX @PBR_Texas pic.twitter.com/afzwYvFCV5

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

+ Uncommitted 2022 RHP Connor Benge (Twelve 2022) got the start in the early game for the Twelve, and while he wasn’t his sharpest-self, he still showed glimpses of making a jump in the future. He has a quick, one-piece arm stroke that produced fastballs at 83-85 in the heat of the morning sun, and there was some sinking action to the arm side. HIs slider was inconsistent in mid-70s, but flashed potential as a swing and miss offering later in the game. Benge gutted out much of his performance without his best stuff, and his competitive nature on the day stood out. Look for him to continue making big strides forward, especially as his wiry-athletic, 5-foot-11, 150-pound frame continues filling out.

‘22 RHP Connor Benge (@TwelveBaseball) comes out 83-85 w/ plenty of sink. Running balls in on right-handers. Works very quickly w/ single-piece arm stroke. Wiry-athleticism. Good tempo. #LimitedSeriesTX @PBR_Texas pic.twitter.com/HFhdukiWYZ

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

Game 2:Lonestar Baseball (5) vs. Hunter Pence (2)

+ Uncommitted 2021 LHP/OF Coleson Abel (Lonestar Baseball) worked mostly 80-83 with a fastball that delivered out of a near over-the-top slot with some arm side life. The 5-foot-10, 170-pound southpaw countered the fastball with a 1/7 curveball with some depth that delivered out of the same window. He showed confidence in the pitch at 68-71, and it is likely what he will pitch off of in the future.

.@LonestarBSBclub’s uncommitted ‘21 LHP Coleson Abel throws from a high arm slot been up to 83 with the FB and a downer breaking ball at 67. #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/LsFEiCPtAx

— PBR Texas (@PBR_Texas) June 27, 2019

+ Uncommitted 2021 SS Keaton Grady (Lonestar Baseball) stood out for his energy all over the field. Smaller-framed, Grady plays much bigger at shortstop, as he moves well laterally, and showcases a strong, accurate arm across the diamond. The left-handed hitter turned on an inside pitch for a double down the right field line in his first at-bat, and continued to take quality at-bats throughout the day. His big hit in the first and defensive prowess helped guide Lonestar to the big opening round win. Fun player to watch.

+ Uncommitted 2021 C Jaime Perez (Lonestar Baseball) singled in his first at-bat of the day, and provided strong defensive work from behind the plate. He has a strong throwing arm that put balls on the bag between innings with quick footwork and transfer.

Uncommitted ‘21 C Jaime Perez pushes across the first runs of the ballgame for @LonestarBSBclub in T1. #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/VO7pY9Rb5n

— PBR Texas (@PBR_Texas) June 27, 2019

+ Uncommitted 2021 RHP Christian Okerholm (Hunter Pence Baseball) sports a 6-foot-3, 180-pound frame that is still maturing and adding strength. His fastball worked 84-87 with minimal arm stroke that made it appear to jump out of his ear. He exhibited minimal effort in throwing strikes to the bottom of the zone. His slider (69-73) was thrown for strikes and showed some tilt when throw best, and could continue developing. His projectable frame will likely add considerable strength moving forward, and he may see another velocity jump in the near future.

Interesting look at uncommitted ‘21 RHP Christian Okerholm for @LonestarBSBclub. Ball comes out of his ear from projectable, long/athletic frame at 85-87. Short slider at 73. True life to the fastball thru zone. Lots of strikes. More velo coming. @PBR_Texas #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/j8cW3qVOW7

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

Game 3: Dallas Tigers (7) vs. D-Bat Matthews (2)
+Uncommitted 2021 RHP Grayson Cole (D-Bat) was inconsistent with his fastball (85-87) early on in the outing, but was able to mix three pitches for strikes towards the end, which provided for cleaner innings. Utilizing a more methodical delivery with a segmented leg swing, Cole had trouble finding his high ¾ arm slot until he went more to a 73-76 slider and 76-77 changeup. The slider took more slurve-shape across the zone with some depth, and flashed potential as a weapon in the future. The changeup flashed fading action, and he showcased the ability to throw it for strikes. His 6-foot-2, 180-pound frame is still maturing and becoming more physical, and given his fast arm, he could continue seeing quick progress in the future.

Some natural strength on frame for uncommitted ‘21 RHP Greyson Cole (@D_BAT_Matthews) and arm strength too. Varying control of fastball up to 89mph w/ 73-76 slider w/ slurve shape. More velo likely. @PBR_Texas #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/BkisBo5Xyo

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

+ 2021 SS Jordan Lawlar (Dallas Tigers), a Vanderbilt recruit, has become much more physical over the past year, and his wide-shouldered, athletic frame now carries some lean strength throughout. An above average defender at shortstop with a potential plus-arm, Lawlar glides from side to side with crisp footwork and clean hands, and plays confidently to the back hand. At the plate, he is advanced in his tracking capabilities, keeping his hands back, and never speeding up before his quick hands work the barrel through the zone on a flat path. He was almost too patient at times, but showed no trouble hitting from behind in counts, and hammered a triple to the opposite field before showcasing his speed around the bases, and finishing the game 1-for-3 with a walk.

‘21 SS Jordan Lawlar (@VandyBoys) has become more physical since I saw him last summer now sporting lean strength throughout impressive, athletic frame. Excellent pitch recognition & balance at the dish. Triples to the opposite field here for @DTigerBaseball >>@PBR_Texas pic.twitter.com/Gpd8KHiTGc

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

+ Uncommitted 2021 INF Jaxon Holder (Dallas Tigers) looked very “hitterish” on the day and squared up multiple balls for hits including a double. The 5-foot-11, 180-pound infielder hits from a drastically-open stance with the weight on the back side, and squares with a short stride that sets up early. He looks to work uphill through the zone with a strong bottom-hand that provides for plate coverage with lag in the zone. He has some proportional strength throughout the frame with more power possible in the future to the pull side. His confidence in tracking pitches and overall demeanor in each plate appearance stood out.

Uncommitted ‘21 INF Jaxon Holder (@DTigerBaseball) has been excellent today. 2-for-2 w/ a walk & taking excellent at-bats. Uphill path and confident in his quick hands & approach. @PBR_Texas #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/ZnvHGlbxJe

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

+ Uncommitted 2021 SS Caden Greanead (D-Bat) is wiry-thin and long at 6-foot-3, 170-pounds with an athletic frame, and moved well at shortstop, where he played for the D-Bat team. The right-handed hitter sets up tall and slightly open and loads with a reverse toe-tap that gets the hands moving down and back before showcasing some bat speed through the zone. His long frame is still developing strength, but he exhibits good bat-to-ball skills, and gets better use out of his lower-half and hips. Given his frame and athleticism, he looks the part of a middle infielder to follow moving forward.

+ 2021 1B/OF Jordan Viars (D-Bat), an Oklahoma State recruit, had the intent to do damage in each of his at-bats while hitting out of the 3-hole for D-Bat He only had one hit to show on the day, but squared up some hard outs with a wood bat to showcase his power potential. The 6-foot-3, 200-pound left-handed hitter has a thick, durable frame with natural strength, and uses a leg kick to load the hands deeper back into a power position before quickly working them to the ball and cutting off the finish some. He demonstrated the ability to drive the ball from gap to gap, and could progress into a power-bat in the next couple of years.

‘21 OF/1B Jordan Viars (@OSUBaseball) has looked very hitterish at the plate. Left-handed hitter has a durable frame & is strong thru the zone w/ power potential. Really like the setup.@D_BAT_Matthews @PBR_Texas #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/ZbNc803tq9

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

Game 4: Texas Stix (5) vs. Arlington A’s (1)

+ After a lightning delay late in game three it looked as if the last couple of games might not get done until later in the evening, but 2021 RHP Ryan Pehrson for the Stix made sure that we caught up. The uncommitted junior has a vibrant presence on the mound and loves to compete. Pumped strikes for seven complete innings, dotting up the four-spot with his fastball at 82-84. His curveball is a deep bender with 12-6 shape at 66-69 mph. Works quick between pitches, athletic coming off the mound, it’s fun to watch. Keep in mind that Pehrson also logged significant innings as a sophomore this past spring and helped Southlake Carroll win a state championship.

Uncommitted ‘21 RHP Ryan Pehrson (@StixBaseballTX) has attacked the zone at 82-84 w/ 66-69 curveball landed for strikes. Controlling fastball to both sides working downhill. Not scared to challenge in. Quick arm w/ projectable frame. Competes. @PBR_Texas #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/KIGF5Z1Nyz

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 27, 2019

+ The top of the Stix lineup led them offensively with leadoff man, 2021 CF Griffin Barton (Keller) putting solid swings on the baseball in each of his first three at bats. The left-handed hitter has a smaller frame but plenty of twitch and snap in his hands to turn stuff around.

Digging the leadoff hitter for @StixBaseballTX 2021 CF Griffin Barton @KHS_Baseball

Quick-twitch LHH been putting quality hacks on balls today in first three AB’s. This is a single the other way. pic.twitter.com/2waywtPiBf

— PBR Texas (@PBR_Texas) June 27, 2019

+ 2021 3B Cade Tucker (Krum) is an offensive corner left-handed hitter that had two doubles and three RBI. Tucker has strength throughout with a durable frame and generates a leveraged hack with natural lift and loose hands.

2021 3B Cade Tucker @StixBaseballTX @Krum_Baseball collects his 2nd 2B of the ballgame and his 3rd RBI. Strong hands, finishes the barrel with authority. Stix up 5-0 T5. pic.twitter.com/azgEDBrg7D

— PBR Texas (@PBR_Texas) June 27, 2019

+ Arlington A’s Hitters: Uncommitted 2021 Christian Robb (Keller HS) put a couple of quality swings on fastballs, lining out to second and lacing a single up the middle. 2021 Whit Thoms (Keller HS) was the extra-hitter in the lineup, hitting in the leadoff spot. Thoms hammered a single to left field to start the game off for the Arlington A’s. He is already physically strong and we should see him behind the plate today. Also looking forward to tracking the AB’s of a couple more phycial RHH’s in 2021: 1B Brock Mueller, and 2021 Trey Orman.

Game 5: Dallas Tigers (4) vs. Performance Baseball (3)

+ Uncommitted 2021 RHP Ryan Johnson (Dallas Tigers) was stellar in his relief performance for the Tigers. The long-limbed, 6-foot-3, 180-pound right-hander jumped on the scene at last year’s tournament, and showcased just as good if not better stuff. Coming into a tight spot, he worked 88-89 with a sinking fastball that rode in on right-handed hitters as he strode slightly open down the mound with a quick arm that allows the ball to jump on hitters at the plate. He countered the pitch with a power-changeup that was ripped off consistently at 83mph, and collected swings and misses while being thrown for strikes. The pitch dove in on right-handed hitters, and also caused multiple, jammed ground balls. He warmed up towards the tail-end of his outing by hitting both 90mph and 91mph on the radar gun. Perhaps even more intriguing was the mid-70s slider that he threw for strikes and became sharper at the end of the game. After going around the order one time with a fastball-changeup combo, the slider was seen more often the second time, and he demonstrated the ability to throw it for strikes. There is plenty of upside for the long right-hander, and if the slider continues on the path that it showed in this performance, he could make a major jump in the near future.

Uncommitted ‘21 Ryan Johnson (@DTigerBaseball) is sinking the fastball at 88-89 w/ similar action on a power changeup at 83 that dives in on right-handers. Long, athletic frame. Came into a tough spot & managed the inning well. More velo likely...@PBR_Texas #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/kgkipBmkJP

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 28, 2019

+ Uncommitted 2021 SS Peyton Stovall (Performance), continued a torrid summer with two hits including a triple. The leadoff hitter is quiet in his crouched stance with the hands starting low and rocking back into a load. They quickly drive the barrel through the zone with minimal head movement as he drives the ball from gap to gap with plenty of plate coverage. Stovall is comfortable hitting from behind in counts, showcasing a keen-eye and unwillingness to go outside of the strike zone to swing. Proportionally strong with an athletic, 5-foot-11, 170-pound, mature-frame, he has the arm strength to stick on the left side of the diamond, and made a nice play on the run on a slow-roller while at shortstop.

Picking up right where he left off, uncommitted ‘21 SS Peyton Stovall (@PB_ETX) smokes this one past the first baseman for a triple. The @PBR_Louisiana has been one of my favorite players of the summer thus far. Continues to perform time & time again. #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/0AmtdEvugK

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 28, 2019

+ Uncommitted 2021 LHP Jeb Drewery (Performance) had a strong outing for Performance, and cruised through the first three innings of work unscathed before battling as he tired a bit. The long-limbed left-handed pitcher has an arm stroke that resembles his frame, and is longer out of the glove and in the back with some quickness out front. The fastball worked predominantly at 82-85 with some arm side life to the bottom of the zone, and he flashed a changeup at 78 mph. His slider (74-77) was inconsistent at times with more sweeping shape, but flashed sharpness when thrown firmer. He gathers himself over the rubber before working linear down the mound, and though he has some proportional strength throughout an athletic, 6-foot-1, 185-pound frame, the back side drags behind right now, so he might see an uptick in velocity as he continues to discover more use of it. Overall, Drewery is an intriguing arm with the potential to have three-pitches for strikes, and with a fastball that garners some swings and misses, coaches will likely follow him closely moving forward.

Intriguing look at uncommitted ‘21 LHP Jeb Drewery (@PB_ETX) who worked mostly 82-85 w/ long arm stroke. Worked to the bottom of the zone. Slider swept at 74-77 w/ best shape when thrown hard. Inconsistent. Flashed 78 chng Long-limbs w/ wiry frame. @PBR_Texas #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/KAfLIbQXxH

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 28, 2019

+ This was our second and third look at 2021 2B/OF AJ Smith (Kilgore HS/Performance Baseball). The 5-foot-6, 150-pound right-handed hitter has quick hands and plenty of bat speed to turn around velocity, but the speed also plays at a high level. He got a drag bunt single and ran a 3.85 home to first time. AJ takes aggressive hacks early in counts, and just missed a couple of fastballs. Moving forward the bat and speed are going to be the pieces that college coaches attention.

2021 OF @tylercollins07 @DTigerBaseball has lightning quick hands with strong wrists. He doesn’t try to do too much here but still ropes a single passed the pitchers ear lobe. Steals 2B, then scores on ball that doesn’t leave dirt. @OSUBaseball commit. pic.twitter.com/jDs2JoONk4

— PBR Texas (@PBR_Texas) June 28, 2019

‘21 SS Jordan Lawlar (@VandyBoys) getting out of the box well on this bunt. Went 3.76 for a bunt single. Impressive athleticism & is always under control. Arm & actions will keep him at shortstop moving forward. @PBR_Texas @DTigerBaseball #LimitedSeriesTX pic.twitter.com/SvYOD2uScO

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) June 28, 2019