Top 20 Player Profiles of 2018: No. 9 Blaze Alexander
December 20, 2018
Over the next few weeks we we will be counting down the 2018 caldendar year with a look at the top 20 viewed profiles of 2018. After combing through our google analytics, we have compiled a list of the twenty most visited profiles, by you, the readers, in 2018.
We are down to our top-10 most viewed profiles. Coming in at No. 9 is Blaze Alexander (IMG Academy, 2018). Committed to South Carolina, Alexander opted to turn professional after being drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 11th round of the 2018 MLB Draft. In his first professional season Alexander hit .329 with 19 doubles, five triples, five home runs and 42 runs batted in.
No. 9 Blaze Alexander
Blaze Alexander
Class of 2018 / SS
Rankings
StateRank: 19 / POS: 4
HS Draft 100Rank: 88 / POS: 16
OverallRank: 82 / POS: 15
PBR Draft BoardRank: 200 / POS: 23
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2018Commitment: South Carolina
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Primary Position: SSSecondary Position: 3B
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High School: IMG AcademyState: FL
- Summer Team: FTB
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Height: 6-1Weight: 175lbs
- Bat/Throw: R/R
Statistics
Pitching
94
Max FB
91 - 93
FB
79 - 80
SL
Position
6.67
60-yard
95
INF Velo
Videos
(10/15/17)
03/26/18
03/29/18 1
03/29/18 2
Player News
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- Florida Draft Preview - Jun 1, 2018
- Top 10 Florida Profiles for April - May 3, 2018
- Top 10 Florida Profiles for March - Apr 3, 2018
- Florida Scout Blog - Apr 2, 2018
- High School Crosscheck: Week 7 - Apr 2, 2018
- IMG Classic Day 4 Notebook - Mar 30, 2018
- No 11 Bolles Defeats IMG 4-3 Behind Hunter Barco - Mar 29, 2018
- IMG Classic Day 1 Notebook - Mar 27, 2018
- PBR Podcast: SEC 2018 Recruiting Classes - Dec 14, 2017
- Blaze Alexander Transfers To IMG Academy - Nov 3, 2017
- Jupiter Day 4 - Oct 23, 2017
- Florida Diamond Club Team Breakdown: West (Royals) - Oct 16, 2017
- PBR Draft 100 Spotlight: No. 82 SS Blaze Alexander - Oct 10, 2017
- East Coast Pro Tryout Standouts - Jun 8, 2017
- The Hotlist: Top 2018s By Position - Nov 23, 2016
- Under Armour Classic: Day 3 Notebook - Jun 20, 2016
- Under Armour Classic: Day 1 Notebook - Jun 18, 2016
- 2016 Florida Scout Blog - Jun 3, 2016
- Updated 2018 Overall Rankings Released - Dec 10, 2015
- Recruiting Roundup: Who's Heading Where? - Nov 13, 2015
- Florida Scout Blog - May 25, 2015
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Scouting Report
03/30/18- South Carolina recruit. Currently stands at 6-foot-2, 185 pounds with an athletic, projectable frame. Alexander had a huge week at the plate and it continued yesterday when he had a couple of hard hit balls, including an RBI single he drove up the middle late in the game. To close things out, he hopped on the mound as showed a very quick arm as the ball seemed to jump on hitters, sitting mostly at 91-93 mph, touching 94 along with a hard, sharp slider that came in at 79-80 mph. Alexander has always shown a plus arm in the field, but has shown that he has the ability on the mound as well. Very high follow leading up to the draft.
03/29/18- South Carolina recruit. The results weren't there on either side as he was 0-3 with an error, but you can see the tools. He is very athletic and moves well and shows the plus arm. Offensively, there's some length and steepness, but also leverage and strength. A lot of tools to like and follow.
03/27/18- South Carolina recruit. Athletic, projectable frame with smooth, athletic actions in the field and a plus arm across the diamond. Shows bounce in his step. At the plate he displayed above average bat speed with some pull side power, looking to drive the ball into the gaps. Went 1-for-3 with a double and 2 RBIs. High draft follow.
10/15/17- South Carolina recruit. Athletic frame with room to fill out. Stands out immediately in the field with natural, athletic actions and a plus arm across the diamond. Takes good angles to the ball, moves laterally to his right and left with ease. Offensively, he hits from an upright stance. He trusts his hands and they are quick through the zone. He has some length and can tend to spin off of his lower half and get rotational at times. There is a lot of present bat speed and athleticism to like and that makes him a high follow going forward.
10/23/16- South Carolina recruit. 6-foot-1, 160 pounds with a lean, athletic, projectable build. This past weekend he showed a higher hand set in the box along with a better path through the zone which resulted in multiple line drives and a few balls going over the left-center field wall during batting practice. He looked to be more comfortable at the plate and stayed balanced throughout his swing. Had a line drive single into left field during the game. Hustles down the line out of the box and has a plus arm from the left side of the infield. Made a tough barehanded play with an accurate throw while being off balance to start a double play.
5/14/16- South Carolina commit who stands at 6-foot-1, 160 pounds with a lean, athletic, and projectable body with loose and natural actions all over the field. He is ranked 11th in Florida and 20th overall. At shortstop he has soft hands with solid footwork. He has plus arm strength as he has been clocked at 95 mph throwing across the diamond. At the plate he has an open stance, low hands, and good rhythm. He has a short, quick swing with a nice place through the zone that allows him to consistently make solid contact. There is a noticeable difference in his approach and power from a year ago. Look for him to continue to improve with reps, maturity, and added strength.
5/13/16- South Carolina recruit. Currently ranked No. 11 in the Florida 2018 class, No. 20 overall. Lean, athletic, projectable body on a 6-foot-1, 160 pound frame. Shows good actions and quick feet in the field. Soft hands, makes the plays, and shows a quick first step to the ball with range. Reads hops well. Strong, accurate arm with carry from across the diamond. At the plate he has a low hand set with an open stance. Short swing with quick hands. Gets out of the box quickly and hustles on the base paths.
11/9/15- Committed to University of South Carolina.
5/20/15 - 5-foot-11 150 pounds with a tall, lean, athletic, and projectable body. Will grow and add strength as he matures. Quick, light feet in the field. Soft hands and he can really pick it. Plus arm with accuracy. Slightly open at the plate and gets a nice separation for his load. Short, quick swing. Quiet at the plate and stays inside the ball well. Looks like an above average runner.
3/4/15 - 5-foot-11, 145 pound third baseman. Brother of short stop CJ. Good offensive approach and an above avg ML arm with smooth fielding actions and soft hands. He plays the game with advanced rhythm and confidence. He could be a special player when the strength comes