CLASS OF 2017
3B
Zach
Clayton
Oregon State
Oconomowoc (HS) • WI
6' 2" • 220LBS
R/R • 25yr 7mo
Travel Team: Stiks Academy
Oconomowoc (HS) • WI
6' 2" • 220LBS
R/R • 25yr 7mo
Travel Team: Stiks Academy
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- Wisconsin Class of 2017 Rankings Updated - Mar 28, 2017
- Preseason Power 25: No. 5 Oconomowoc - Mar 22, 2017
- The Hotlist: 2017 Overall Rankings Risers - Mar 16, 2017
- 2017 Super 60: Complete Corner Infield Analysis - Feb 24, 2017
- 2017 Super 60: Wisconsin Position Player Analysis - Feb 15, 2017
- 2017 Super 60: Stats Story - Feb 7, 2017
- Super 60: Wisconsin Quick Hits - Feb 6, 2017
- 2017 Wisconsin Super 60 Preview - Feb 2, 2017
- Super 60 Spotlight: Zach Clayton - Jan 20, 2017
- The Hotlist: 2017 Multi-Sport Athletes - Dec 14, 2016
- Inside the Numbers: Wisconsin's 2017 Early Signing Period - Nov 17, 2016
- Wisconsin Future Games 2015: A Look Back - Aug 2, 2016
- PBR Midwest ProCase: Infielder Analysis - Jul 19, 2016
- Wisconsin Class Of 2017 Rankings Updated - Jul 14, 2016
- PBR ProCase: Wisconsin Reports - Jul 13, 2016
- PBR+ Badger State Tournament: Scout Blog - Jul 12, 2016
- Wisconsin 2017 Rankings Updated - Apr 5, 2016
- Milwaukee Preseason ID: Infield Analysis - Apr 1, 2016
- Preseason Power 25 Countdown: No. 8 Oconomowoc - Mar 24, 2016
- Milwaukee Preseason ID: Stats Posted - Feb 29, 2016
- 2017 Overall Rankings: Wisconsin Analysis - Nov 24, 2015
- Q&A With Oregon State Commit Nathan Burns - Oct 12, 2015
- Wisconsin Fairs Well in 2017 Overall Rankings - Aug 31, 2015
- Future Games: Team Wisconsin Analysis - Aug 21, 2015
- Q&A With Oregon State Commit Zach Clayton - Aug 18, 2015
- Recruiting Roundup: Who's Heading Where? - Aug 14, 2015
- The Buzz: Future Games Participants Getting Attention - Aug 14, 2015
- Wisconsin 2017 Rankings Updated - Aug 11, 2015
- PBR Future Games: Wisconsin Workout Day Recap - Jul 30, 2015
- Future Games Spotlight: Zach Clayton - Jul 17, 2015
- PBR+ Badger State Battle: Game Recaps - Jul 9, 2015
- Wisconsin Scout Blog - Jun 11, 2015
- Logan Wonn Shuts Out Sheboygan South - Jun 5, 2015
- Wisconsin 2017 Rankings: Updated and Expanded - Apr 7, 2015
- Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Top 2017 Prospects - Mar 3, 2015
- Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Right-Handed Pitching Analysis - Feb 27, 2015
- Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Middle Infield Analysis - Feb 26, 2015
- Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Stats Posted - Feb 9, 2015
- Wisconsin Class of 2017 Rankings: Newcomers and Risers - Dec 3, 2014
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7/7/16 - Oregon State commit. 6-foot-2, 210-pound right-handed hitting third baseman with a jacked, athletic frame. Offensively hits from an upright, balanced setup, smooth load with a short stride. Short swing path with consistent feel for the barrel. Explosive bat speed, creating leverage through contact. Had a huge say at the plate going 4-4 with three doubles. Athletic defender with a strong arm across the infield.
2/28/16 - Oregon State commit. Currently ranked No. 7 in the Wisconsin Class of 2017. Offensively hits form a balanced setup with a short leg lift stride. Gap to gap hitter with some pop. Fluid rhythm at the plate with a fast bat. Showed strength thru contact with 96 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.00. Defensively has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws showed carry across the infield at 86 mph. Athletic actions with average hands. Projects best at third base or a corner outfield spot, and his bat will likely play in the middle of any lineup.
2/8/15 - Strong build, very athletic, large frame, 6-foot-3, 205-pound two-way player, good raw athlete. Offensively hits from a balanced stance, leg kick trigger, strong lower half generates pop, good balance. Makes hard contact, big bat speed, level path gets extension. Pull side power type approach, also showed the ability to go the other way. Athletic hitter, 84 mph exit velocity from the tee. Defensively uses a short arm action, high ¾ slot, some carry, showed advanced arm strength for his age, 84 mph across the diamond. Showed athleticism in the field, could outgrow a middle infield spot, big strong physical athlete could project more at a corner infield/outfield positon. Comps similarly to Illinois commit Doran Turchin. On the mound works from a high ¾ slot, with regular effort, arm strength present. Fastball has arm side run, pitched at 84-85 mph, touched 86 mph. Curveball has sweeping action, 11/5 tilt, 71-73 mph. Changeup had sink, occasionally decelerated arm action, 71-74 mph. High follow 2017 prospect.