@damonbrena8 
23.2
Hand Speed (max)
6/13/21
CLASS OF 2024
C
RHP
Damon
Brena
Milwaukee Area Technical
Niles West (HS) • IL
5' 10" • 185LBS
R/R • 20yr 3mo
Travel Team: Top Tier
Niles West (HS) • IL
5' 10" • 185LBS
R/R • 20yr 3mo
Travel Team: Top Tier
Rankings
2024 National
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2023 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
78.1
Bat Speed (max)
8/30/24
19.9
Rot. Acc (max)
8/09/22
67
Hard Hit %
8/09/22
95.1
Exit Velocity (max)
2/26/22
90.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
8/09/22
347
Distance (max)
8/30/24
70
Sweet Spot %
3/27/21
7.54
60-yd
6/08/22
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
85
INF Velo
8/30/24
-
OF Velo
81
C Velo
6/08/22
1.85 - 2.04
Pop Time
6/08/22
Fastball
87
Velocity (max)
8/09/22
79 - 86
Velo Range
8/09/22
2223
Spin Rate (avg)
6/08/22
Changeup
74 - 79
Velo Range
6/08/22
1857
Spin Rate (avg)
6/08/22
Curveball
71 - 74
Velo Range
8/09/22
2289
Spin Rate (avg)
6/08/22
Slider
78 - 78
Velo Range
8/09/22
2122
Spin Rate (avg)
6/08/22
Positional Tools
2024
2022
2021
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Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.01 - 2.17
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.54
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
1.85 - 2.07
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
12.6
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.68
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.05 - 2.19
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
11.8
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.24
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.28 - 2.36
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
9.8
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.27
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.36 - 2.50
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
9.1
Hitting
2024
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
347
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
238
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
22.9
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
95.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
337
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
178
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
13.3
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
316
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
225
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
27.8
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
PBR WI: MATC Scout Day
Aug 30, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
91.0
Exit Velocity (max)
85.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
238
Distance (avg)
347
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 9, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
94.9
Exit Velocity (max)
90.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
211
Distance (avg)
333
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Tier Scout Day
Jun 8, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
92.2
Exit Velocity (max)
82.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
160
Distance (avg)
337
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 26, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
95.1
Exit Velocity (max)
84.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
164
Distance (avg)
320
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Tier Scout Day
Jun 13, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
90.2
Exit Velocity (max)
78.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
227
Distance (avg)
312
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Underclass Invitational (Invite Only)
Mar 27, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
90.9
Exit Velocity (max)
80.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
187
Distance (avg)
316
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
O'Hare Preseason I.D.
Mar 13, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
89.3
Exit Velocity (max)
80.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
254
Distance (avg)
313
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2024
2022
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
78.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
73.0
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
78.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
71.5
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
70.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
65.0
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
PBR WI: MATC Scout Day
Aug 30, 2024
Blast - Hitting
20.0
Hand Speed (max)
18.8
Hand Speed (avg)
78.1
Bat Speed (max)
73.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 9, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.5
Hand Speed (max)
20.4
Hand Speed (avg)
73.2
Bat Speed (max)
70.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Tier Scout Day
Jun 8, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.0
Hand Speed (max)
21.6
Hand Speed (avg)
78.0
Bat Speed (max)
74.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 26, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.1
Hand Speed (max)
20.0
Hand Speed (avg)
73.3
Bat Speed (max)
70.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Tier Scout Day
Jun 13, 2021
Blast - Hitting
23.2
Hand Speed (max)
21.1
Hand Speed (avg)
67.3
Bat Speed (max)
64.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Underclass Invitational (Invite Only)
Mar 27, 2021
Blast - Hitting
22.8
Hand Speed (max)
21.3
Hand Speed (avg)
70.7
Bat Speed (max)
68.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
O'Hare Preseason I.D.
Mar 13, 2021
Blast - Hitting
21.3
Hand Speed (max)
20.5
Hand Speed (avg)
65.0
Bat Speed (max)
62.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2223
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
26.5
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.9
Curveball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2289
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.8
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1857
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.5
Slider
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2122
Slider
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 9, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
86.5
Velocity (max)
79.4 - 85.6
Velo Range
80.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,349
Spin Rate (max)
2,141
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
75.7
Velocity (max)
71.3 - 74.2
Velo Range
70.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,306
Spin Rate (max)
2,211
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
78.3
Velocity (max)
75.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
75.1
Velocity (max)
72.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,716
Spin Rate (max)
1,716
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Top Tier Scout Day
Jun 8, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
85.1
Velocity (max)
82.8 - 85.1
Velo Range
80.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,320
Spin Rate (max)
2,223
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
72.3
Velocity (max)
69.5 - 72.3
Velo Range
66.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,356
Spin Rate (max)
2,289
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
71.0
Velocity (max)
67.7 - 71.0
Velo Range
65.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,214
Spin Rate (max)
2,122
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
79.4
Velocity (max)
73.7 - 78.6
Velo Range
2,001
Spin Rate (max)
1,857
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
83.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.8
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.8
Game Performance
Vizual Edge
2022
2021
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
63.3
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
61.01
Pitch Ai
2022
Arm Speed
The maximum speed, in the direction of home plate, that the wrist is traveling. Measured in meters per second (m/s)
Arm Slot
Angle of the forearm relative to the ground between maximum external rotation (MER) and ball release (BR). Which can be a powerful player comparison metric, delivered in degrees.
Knee Extension Velo
The angular velocity of the front knee straightening after foot plant, which provides indicators of velocity potential. Measured in degrees per second.
Deception
The amount of time that the ball is visible to the hitter, after the instant of front foot strike. Measures in milliseconds.
Hip-Shoulder Separation
The difference in angle of between the hips and shoulders, occurring close to the foot plant. Measured in degrees.
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 9, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
Notes
News
- Illinois State Games: 2023 Position Player Analysis - Oct 31, 2022
- Top Tier Scout Day: Takeaways - Aug 17, 2022
- Illinois State Games: Takeaways - Aug 15, 2022
- Preseason All-State Upperclass: Catcher Analysis - Jul 7, 2022
- Preseason All-State: Upperclass Statistical Analysis - Mar 4, 2022
- Illinois Class of 2023 Rankings: Newcomers - Sep 9, 2021
- O'Hare Preseason I.D.: Catcher Analysis - May 17, 2021
- O'Hare Preseason I.D.: Quick Hits - Mar 16, 2021
- 7/16-7/19 Michigan Limited Series - Scout Blog - Jul 22, 2020
- Aurora Preseason ID: Catcher Analysis - Apr 13, 2020
- Future Prospects Showcase - Lockport: Player Analysis - Jun 14, 2019
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C Damon Brena (Niles West, 2023) swung a potent right-handed bat throughout the two days with his best swing coming in game three, a deep drive to left-center field for a home run. Brena averaged 90.9 mph off the bat in BP with his furthest drive traveling 333 feet.
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-10, 185-pounds. Strong, compact build.
Delivery: Simple operation, creates forward momentum into stride, slight drop/drive lower-half, stride works in-line with the plate.
Arm Action: RH. Short arm bar out of the glove into a 3/4 slot.
FB: T86.5, 79-86 mph. Life through the zone with slight arm-side run. T2349, 2141 average rpm.
CB: 71-74 mph. 11/5 shape, flashed sharp action. T2306, 2211 average rpm.
CH: 75-75 mph. Plays with fade to the arm-side. T1716, 1716 average rpm.
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-10, 185-pounds. Strong, compact build.
Hits: RHH. Upright, open setup, leg-kick timing trigger. Easy, strong hands, creates above-average bat speed. Ball jumps off the barrel, knack for hard contact.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 90.9 MPH. 333' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-81 mph. Strong arm, plays from a high 3/4 slot.
Defense: 1.93-1.99 pop times. Flexible setup, soft hands, presents pitches. Quick and efficient out of the crouch.
Run: 7.78 runner in the 60.
C Damon Brena (Niles West, 2023) was a standout catcher during the event. Brena possesses advanced tools behind the plate, boasting a strong arm, quick release, soft hands and agile movement. His best pop time was 1.85 with a velocity of 81 mph. Offensively, its a strong, repeatable swing that stays on-plane with controlled bat speed. Brena also hopped on the mound and sat 83-85 mph.
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-10, 180-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup. Relaxed. Short leg kick. Compact swing, barrel strength, uses the middle of the field.
Power: 95.1 max exit velocity, averaged 84.6 mph. 320’ max distance.
Arm: RH. C - 80 mph. Short, quick arm action. High 3/4 arm slot.
Defense: 2.03-2.07 pop times. Athletic actions. Fluid footwork. Quick exchange. Blocks the ball out front.
Run: 7.66 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-10, 175-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Athletic setup, leg kick, short stride. Short swing, creates whip and looks to make contact out front, flashes barrel control average bat speed of 68.3 MPH.
Power: 90.93 max exit velocity, averaged 80.02 mph. 316’ max distance.
Arm: RH. C - 76 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 arm slot, throws flash accuracy.
Defense: 2.09-2.15 pop times. Steady hands, advanced exchange, clean release, fluid feet.
Run: 7.86 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: C
Body: 5-10, 175-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Balanced, athletic setup, leg kick, short stride, smooth pre-pitch actions. Long through the zone, path works slightly uphill, gap-to-gap approach, line drives at times.
Power: 89.25 max exit velocity, averaged 80.48 mph. 313’ max distance.
Arm: RH. C - 78 mph. Short arm action, over-the-top arm slot, throws carry with accuracy.
Defense: 2.05-2.19 pop times. Clean, easy actions, quick feet, clean transfer.
Run: 7.68 runner in the 60.
C Damon Brena (Niles West) put together a strong day behind the plate. Brena has clean and easy actions out of the chute and his arm showed carry and accuracy, while topping at 78 mph from the crouch. Brena has a compact 5-foot-10, 175-pound frame that profiles well for the catcher position and he flashed a loose right-handed swing with natural lift and extension through contact.
Positional Profile: C
Body: 5-foot-9, 165-pounds. Strong lower half.
Hit: RHH. Balanced stance, smooth load and leg-lift timing trigger. Loose hands, flashed bat speed, looks to lift the baseball and fluid rhythm throughout.
Power: 81 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Arm: RH. C - 74 mph. Short arm action, over-the-top slot.
Defense: 2.28-2.36 pop times. Clean release, steady hands, repeatable out of the crouch. Squared setup, flexible hips, quiet receiver.
Run: 8.24 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 5-foot-8, 170-pounds. Strong lower half.
Defense: 2.36-2.50 pop times, Quick clean exchange in the field and behind the plate.
Arm: RH. C - 68 mph. INF - 69 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 arm slot.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, smooth load, short stride, quiet front foot. Quick hands, short uphill path, gap-to-gap approach, fluid rhythm throughout.
Power: 75 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Run: 8.27 runner in the 60.