Derek
Baker

2/18/12
Showcased as a two-shot player but I evaluate him at the next level as a good bat first baseman. Athletic 6-foot-1, 175-pound body with physical projection, ran a good 5.23 40-yard dash. Defensively, showed good lateral range and accepted ball well with playable 72 mph arm. Bat is his ticket. Stance with knees slightly bent with good load. Squares barrel on ball with bat speed (85 bat velo) and controlled upper-cut. Gets lower half torque and has projectable power. Can see possible LF ability with instruction.

6/04/12
6-foot-1, 180-pound two-way prospect. Moves well around the bag with good footwork, hands and arm strength (79 mph). Left-handed hitter that hits from upright stance. Squares front side with moderate bat speed into zone. Makes good contact. Runs 7.47 60 yard. Lefty with moderate arm speed through 3/4 arm slot. Has long front side in delivery which lessens lower body hip pop and drive in follow through. Fastball ranges 78-80 mph with some sinking action. Uses a loopy type spin curve ball with gradual break (62-64 mph). Change up is straight (70-71 mph).