Isaac
Buterbaugh

6/27/17 5-foot-11, 180-pound right-handed hitter starts from a wide, slightly open stance and initiates his swing with a short, lift-and-replace stride.  A deep load and limited lower half action leads to some length in the swing and difficulties in routinely getting to the hitting zone on time.  Registered a 79 mph bat exit velocity.  Showcased pop times of 2.19-2.30 on throws of 65 mph from the crouch. Displayed quick feet and a quick transition.  Continued work to develop additional arm strength will be necessary as he moves towards the next level.

6/20/17 5-foot-11, 180 pound right-handed hitter with physical frame initiates swing with short stride,  Sets up square with a wide base. Initiates swing with short stride. There is some back side collapse.  Hand speed helps achieve bat exit velocity of 79 mph.  Demonstrated solid feel for barrel in square multiple balls during BP session. Would benefit from a more aggressive weight shift from a slightly narrower base.

Defensively, showed good hands and clean transfer could benefit from staying square when blocking and staying in line with throws.

9/11/16 5-foot-10, 165-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a leg-lift stride. Showcased a bat exit velocity of 78 mph and ran a 7.88 60-yard dash. Showcased pop times of 2.20-2.30 on throws of 68 mph from the crouch. Times will come down as he learns to better incorporate his back side and works through the baseball.