East Florida Top Prospect Games: Catcher Analysis
July 3, 2026
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The East Florida Top Prospect Games took place on Tuesday, June 2, at Cacti Park in West Palm Beach, FL. The event featured players from the 2027-2029 classes participating in a pro-style workout, followed by gameplay in front of the Prep Baseball Florida Scouting Staff.
Today, we will share our scouting reports on all catchers in attendance at the East Florida Top Prospect Games.
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Catcher Analysis
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Chase Brady C / C / Calvary Christian, FL / 2027
Positional Profile: C/C
Body: 5-10, 177-pounds. Athletic, well-proportioned frame with present strength throughout. Solid build that allows him to move efficiently while maintaining balance and body control.
Hit: RHH. Hits from a lower center of gravity and maintains that posture throughout the swing. Incorporates a leg lift and larger body gather to create rhythm and timing while staying under control through the load phase. Shows a disciplined offensive approach with the ability to stay inside the baseball. Works primarily through the middle of the field and into the opposite gap, allowing the barrel to remain in the zone for an extended period. Creates a controlled, repeatable swing with quality direction through contact.
Power: 97 max exit velocity, averaged 92.3 mph. 327' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-79 mph. Quick release with a strong, accurate throwing arm. Throws show carry and consistently stay on line to the target. Arm plays well behind the plate due to the efficiency of the overall throwing operation.
Defense: 1.84-1.94 pop times. Advanced defensive actions behind the plate. Receives and transfers smoothly with quiet, efficient movements throughout. Shows good body control, athleticism, and an understanding of the position. Works with confidence and ease defensively, allowing the game to slow down around him.
ATH: 7.19 runner in the 60. 1.66 and 3.99 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 20.10 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 74.31 Edge Score
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Mateo Cardenas C / RHP / William T. Dwyer High School, FL / 2027
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-10, 226-pounds. Physical, mature frame with substantial present strength. Strong-bodied build that stands out immediately and projects well in a catching profile.
Hit: RHH. Hits with active hands and a controlled leg lift to create timing. Generates rhythm in the box and works with intent throughout the load phase. Swing is geared toward creating leverage and lift through the baseball. Finishes with one hand and looks to impact the ball with authority when extended. Present strength allows the ball to jump off the barrel, with an approach centered around driving the baseball.
Power: 105 max exit velocity, averaged 91.8 mph. 407' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-78 mph. Strong, accurate throwing arm behind the plate. Delivers the baseball with confidence and maintains consistent carry on throws. Shows the ability to stay on line to his target while keeping the throwing operation under control.
Defense: 1.91-2.00 pop times. Displays controlled defensive actions behind the dish. Receives and transfers cleanly while maintaining body control throughout the play. Works efficiently through defensive responsibilities and shows confidence handling the position.
ATH: 7.62 runner in the 60. 1.73 and 4.16 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 18.50 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 53.05 Edge Score
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Dante Caridi C / OF / IMG Academy, FL / 2027
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 5-8, 213-pounds. Compact, strong-bodied frame with considerable present strength. Physical build that is well suited for the rigors of the catching position.
Hit: RHH. Sets up with high hands and utilizes a pronounced hand load to create separation. Incorporates a larger leg lift as part of the timing mechanism and generates good rhythm into the swing. Steeper attack angle geared toward creating lift through contact. Produces natural backspin and flashes the ability to impact the baseball with authority. Strength plays well at contact, with an offensive approach focused on driving the ball when extended.
Power: 97 max exit velocity, averaged 90.5 mph. 330' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-76 mph. Shows adequate arm strength behind the plate. Throws come from a higher slot and the arm action can become somewhat uphill through release. Maintains accuracy.
Defense: 1.93-2.01 pop times. Controlled defender behind the plate who works well through the baseball. Moves with purpose and stays under control during receiving and transfer actions. Shows a solid understanding of the position and competes well defensively, with continued development in the throwing operation helping to round out the overall catching profile.
ATH: 7.53 runner in the 60. 1.70 and 4.10 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 18.80 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 73.84 Edge Score
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Jacob Collins C / 3B / Tocoi Creek, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 5-9, 189-pounds. Compact, sturdy frame with present strength throughout. Physical build that fits well behind the plate and allows him to maintain stability throughout his actions.
Hit: RHH. Hits from a wide base with a low center of gravity. Gets the front foot down early and starts from higher hands, allowing him to get into a consistent hitting position. Simple setup with repeatable timing mechanisms. Aggressive offensive approach with intent behind the swing. Maintains balance through contact and consistently finishes with two hands. Shows a direct path to the baseball and works with controlled aggression throughout the operation.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 89.6 mph. 354' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-83 mph. Accurate throwing arm that plays well behind the plate. Delivers the baseball with confidence and keeps throws on line to the target. Arm action works efficiently within the overall defensive operation.
Defense: 1.88-2.02 pop times. Works well behind the dish with controlled, fundamentally sound actions. Stays low throughout receiving and transfer sequences and does a good job working through the baseball. Movements are efficient and under control, allowing him to consistently put himself in position to make plays. The combination of steady defensive actions and reliable throwing ability makes for a solid overall catching profile.
ATH: 7.17 runner in the 60. 1.66 and 3.91 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 23.20 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 75.86 Edge Score
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Clay Eichlin C / OF / A3 Academy, FL / 2027
Positional Profile: C/OF
Body: 5-10, 196-pounds. Compact, physical build with present strength throughout the frame. Athletic mover whose actions stand out, particularly for the catcher position.
Hit: RHH. Hits from a taller stance with active hands. Utilizes a pronounced leg lift and aggressive forward move to create momentum into the swing. Expands into a wider base through contact while maintaining athletic posture. Shows intent to impact the baseball with authority. Generates strength through the swing and looks to do damage when extended. Pull-side impact stood out, with an approach geared toward driving the baseball with leverage.
Power: 103 max exit velocity, averaged 91.5 mph. 381' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-82 mph. Arm plays well behind the plate. Throws consistently found the bag with accuracy and came out of the hand cleanly. Arm action is efficient and repeatable, allowing him to control the running game effectively.
Defense: 1.83-1.91 pop times. Athleticism is a significant asset behind the dish. Displays quick, confident actions out of the crouch and handled the position with composure throughout the workout. Movements are controlled and efficient, with the body control and coordination to execute consistently. Athletic defensive profile with actions that project favorably at catcher.
ATH: 7.07 runner in the 60. 1.67 and 3.91 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 21.50 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 61.05 Edge Score
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Ander Elorriaga C / OF / Stoneman Douglas, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: C/OF
Body: 5-10, 213-pounds. Physical, compact frame with present strength throughout. Strongly built athlete whose combination of size and athleticism stands out immediately.
Hit: RHH. Begins from an upright, open stance. Utilizes a larger gather with a floating leg lift to create rhythm into the swing. Hands remain quiet with minimal movement, allowing for a controlled and repeatable operation. Quick, efficient swing that works short to the baseball. Generates easy strength at contact with natural backspin off the barrel. Shows the ability to impact the baseball without selling out for power, creating effortless carry when squared up.
Power: 101 max exit velocity, averaged 92.8 mph. 365' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-81 mph. OF-93 mph. Arm strength is a defining trait. Uses his athleticism and lower-half engagement well to generate high-end carry on throws. Ball comes out of the hand with life, and the arm plays comfortably across the field.
Defense: 1.85-1.91 pop times. OF: Athletic defender whose footwork helps maximize his arm strength. Moves well through defensive actions and positions himself efficiently to make plays. Defensive actions are controlled and coordinated.
Catching: Possesses the physical traits associated with a high-level catching prospect. Athletic behind the plate with a strong, impactful arm out of the crouch. Shows confidence in his defensive work and the arm strength to influence the running game. The combination of athleticism, strength, and arm talent is particularly intriguing behind the dish.
ATH: 7.08 runner in the 60. 1.58 and 3.85 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 21.10 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 69.45 Edge Score
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Tommy Giro C / 1B / St. Brendan High School, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: C/1B
Body: 6-0, 174-pounds. Lean, athletic frame with present quickness and room for additional strength gains. Proportioned build that projects favorably as physical maturity continues.
Hit: LHH. Hits from a wide, low setup with a strong lower-half foundation. Establishes a stable base and does a nice job creating leverage through his posture and positioning at address. Works with quick hands and a flatter path through the zone. Stays connected throughout the swing and keeps the barrel working through contact for an extended period. Approach is geared toward producing consistent line-drive contact.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 82.7 mph. 344' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-72 mph. Efficient throwing operation behind the plate with clean arm action and a quick release. Shows the ability to stay on line through the throwing motion.
Defense: 1.93-2.01 pop times. Polished defensive actions behind the dish. Moves fluidly in and out of the crouch with controlled body movements throughout the receiving and throwing process. Displays present feel for the position with clean exchanges and coordinated actions. Receives with confidence and handles the defensive responsibilities of the position comfortably.
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Michael Marrero C / 1B / American Heritage (Plantation), FL / 2027
Positional Profile: C/1B
Body: 5-9, 197-pounds. Mature, physical build with present strength throughout. Well-suited frame for the catching position with durability and strength evident in the lower half.
Hit: RHH. Hits from an open, upright stance. Utilizes a fluid hand load paired with a controlled leg kick to create timing and rhythm. Gets into his lower half well through the swing and maintains balance at launch. Line-drive oriented approach with consistent backspin off the barrel. Works through contact with intent and shows the ability to square the baseball with regularity when synced up. Strength plays at contact, particularly when staying on time.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 89.5 mph. 337' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-78 mph. Arm strength is present. Shows the ability to get the baseball out of the crouch with carry.
Defense: 1.98-2.12 pop times. Athletic mover in the crouch with the ability to work through receiving and transfer actions under control. Shows comfort in the catching environment and competes behind the plate.
ATH: 7.63 runner in the 60. 1.66 and 4.12 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 20.30 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 66.16 Edge Score
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Positional Profile: C/1B
Body: 6-2, 226-pounds. Physical, mature frame with present strength throughout. Broad build with durability and the size profile typical of a power-oriented catching prospect.
Hit: RHH. Hits from a taller setup with higher hand positioning. Establishes a controlled base and works into a strong launch position while getting the barrel on plane early. Long, controlled path through the zone with an approach geared toward creating backspin and carry. Shows present ability to impact the baseball with authority when on time. Swing operation plays with consistency and strength at contact.
Power: 102 max exit velocity, averaged 92.5 mph. 378' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-82 mph. Arm strength plays from the catching position with throws consistently on target. Quick, efficient transfer helps the throwing operation play up in game action.
Defense: 1.79-1.85 pop times. Displays sound receiving and defensive fundamentals behind the plate. Moves adequately for his size and works efficiently through the catch-and-throw sequence. Transfers are quick and clean, allowing him to maintain tempo in the defensive operation. Shows consistency in putting throws on the bag and handling routine responsibilities of the position.
ATH: 7.40 runner in the 60. 1.67 and 4.07 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 21.80 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 68.58 Edge Score
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Parker Shoup C / 3B / Wellington Sports Academy, FL / 2028
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 5-10, 155-pounds. Slightly high-waisted frame with an athletic build and room for continued physical development. Moves with coordination and body control throughout the workout.
Hit: RHH. Hits from a taller, slightly open setup. Incorporates a controlled leg kick and works into a hip hinge through the load, creating rhythm and allowing the lower half to engage efficiently. Controlled, athletic operation with a repeatable move into contact. Shows the ability to create backspin and drive the baseball to all fields. Maintains barrel control through the zone and stays connected throughout the swing.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 80.3 mph. 300' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-77 mph. Displays a repeatable throwing operation from behind the plate. Consistently works the baseball to the target and maintains accuracy throughout the catch-and-throw sequence.
Defense: 1.90-2.02 pop times. Maintains a low posture throughout the crouch and moves efficiently behind the plate. Receiving and transfer actions are controlled, allowing the throwing operation to remain consistent. Shows present feel for the position with repeatable defensive actions.
ATH: 7.09 runner in the 60. 1.63 and 3.86 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 21.80 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 55.68 Edge Score
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Chaz Templeton C / OF / Braden River, FL / 2027
Positional Profile: C/OF
Body: 5-9, 172-pounds. Athletic, proportional frame with present quickness and strength. Compact build that fits the catching profile and allows for controlled movements behind the plate.
Hit: RHH. Hits from a tall, slightly open setup. Utilizes a simple hand load and controlled forward move to establish timing. The operation remains compact and repeatable with minimal excess movement. Gets the barrel on plane efficiently and works through the zone with a whippy, athletic stroke. Maintains rhythm throughout the swing and shows the ability to keep the barrel in the hitting zone. The offensive operation is simple, controlled, and repeatable.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 90.6 mph. 352' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-78 mph. Throws from a high three-quarter slot with a compact, repeatable throwing operation. Maintains control of the baseball throughout the catch-and-throw sequence.
Defense: 1.85-1.96 pop times. Displays controlled, athletic actions behind the plate. Maintains a low posture out of the crouch and moves efficiently through receiving and transfer actions. Defensive movements are repeatable, and the overall operation shows present feel for the position.
ATH: 7.12 runner in the 60. 1.63 and 3.88 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 21.90 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 58.01 Edge Score
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