Uncommitted Spotlight: '21 OF/SS Tyler Kearney
May 19, 2020
We continue our coverage of uncommitted players, spotlighting them to help maximize their exposure and assist them in the recruiting process. Today, we look at 2021 OF/SS Tyler Kearney (Mountain Pointe).
Kearney is currently ranked No. 44 overall in the state of AZ in the 2021 class. He participated as a member of Team Arizona last summer in the 2019 Future Games. He's slated to attend the Top Prospect Games this June. At 6-foot-1 170-pounds, Kearney has started to add some more strength to his wiry athletic frame. He's one of the more versatile players in the class that has had some success in the OF and INF. He's a pretty consistent and well-rounded player in many different aspects of the game. He uses a simple repeatable approach at the plate, allowing for consistent contact. His added strength should continue provide more pop as keeps getting stronger. Defensively, he makes all of the routine plays with rhythm and confidence. He has some speed and athleticism to cover most positions. Kearney's development should be followed into the summer as he could provide depth at multiple avenues.
Tyler Kearney
Class of 2021 / SS
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2021
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Primary Position: SSSecondary Position: OF
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High School: Mountain PointeState: AZ
- Summer Team: Wilson Sandlot
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Height: 6-1Weight: 170lbs
- Bat/Throw: R/R
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Scouting Report
6’1 160-pound frame with projectable frame and room for strength. Starts with a square stance, using small leg lift to land square. Creates separation by keeping hands back as he strides forward. Simple movements throughout swing, allow for consistent contact on the barrel. Exit velo at 87 MPH. Showed quick first step fielding ground balls. Good feel for timing to get rid of the baseball, kept it game like. Use of one and two hands depending on the lane the ball is caught in. Arm strength at 77 across the infield. 7.13 runner.
6/6/18 - 6-foot, 150-pound frame. Kearney has made some swing adjustments that will benefit him in the long run and allow him to drive the baseball more consistently. Now gains ground with his stride and keeps in his back leg longer; 78 mph exit velocity. Kearney is a solid athlete (7.10 60-yard dash) and can defend any position on the diamond. Posted a 78 mph infield velocity and an 80 mph outfield velocity with college-level actions in both spots. Now lists himself as primary outfielder and played there on varsity as freshman, but ceiling is clearly highest on the infield where he should be able to defend all three spots. Projectable body that should be able to add considerable strength moving forward.
1/28/18 - 6-foot, 150-pound frame. Doesn't possess a standout tool yet, but is solid across the board and does a terrific job squaring up the baseball with his flat swing plane. Hits from very wide setup with virtually no stride. Tips barrel forward to begin load. 80 mph exit velocity. Kearney is also a solid infield defender with advanced actions and an accurate arm that’s plays extremely under control for a freshman. Also a solid athlete (7.20 60-yard dash) that will be worth monitoring as he develops.
12/10/17 - With solid tools across the board, including a 7.25 60-yard dash, 75 mph infield velocity and 81 mph exit velocity, Kearney is an advanced all around prospect. Showing good defensive footwork and some softness in his hands, Kearney has a chance to stay up the middle where his offensive ability will stand out. His combination of solid bat speed and an extremely advanced feel for the barrel make him a very strong prospect to follow.
9/28/17 - Athletic looking MIF keeps bat in zone a long time. Hits from a wide, balanced set-up with low hands. Loads hands deep to generate power creating a slight arm bar that didn’t prevent him from making hard contact with wood.