Player Spotlight

Tyler Golden: 2B, (2023) Malvern, AR. 5-foot-9, 170-pound proportional projectable build. Capable projectable during batting practice, Golden had a max exit velocity of 85 mph. Starts in a wide crouched stance with a smooth rhythmic load, then uses a toe tap controlled stride. Bat speed is average efficient, has a flat level swing plane and good extension on his level finish. He found some barrels with some loud contact. Line drive base hit approach. In the infield, his best throw was recorded at 76 mph; had consistent rhythmic footwork, sure consistent hands, and a natural lengthy exchange. Movements laterally were average and he fields the ball out front. Used a high ¾ slot and a consistent compact arm action while showing consistent accuracy to the bag. During the event, recorded a 60 time of 7.62.

Scout Evaluation

Tyler Golden, Malvern, 2023, AR

Position: 2B

Body: 5-foot-9, 170-pound proportional projectable build.

Hit: (RHH) Capable projectable. Began in a wide crouched stance with a smooth rhythmic load, then used a toe tap controlled stride. Average efficient bat speed. Good extension on his level finish, flat level swing. Line drive base hit approach.

Power: 85 mph exit velocity, average 74.6 mph.

Defense:  (IF) Sure consistent hands, consistent rhythmic footwork, natural lengthy exchange.  Laterally, movements were average and fielded the ball out front.

Arm: 76 mph infield velocity. Consistent compact arm action, high ¾ slot, consistent accuracy.

Speed: 7.62 (60-yard).