Henry
Wolfe

Uncommitted Junior. Was one of the more athletic catchers at our Upperclass Preseason All-State event back in February where he ran a 6.78 60-yard dash. A muscular, 6-foot-2, 190-pounds athletic frame, was the battery ram for Justin Woods and batted seventh. Of the team’s total five hits, Wolfe had two going 2-2 with a walk. In his first at-bat, Wolfe beat out an infield single to third baseman. For his second hit, Wolfe went the other way for a single. Balanced setup, wide base, confident look at the plate, weight slightly pre-loaded on his back leg, toe tap stride. Strong hands with a direct path, level through the zone, creates easy backspin, and holds a high finish. Behind the plate, sets up in an athletic position, works to keep the balls in the dirt near home, fluid footwork, clean exchange. Throws play accurately and with carry, tossing out two baserunners on two attempts.

Uncommitted, 6-foot-2, 195-pound, athletic right-handed hitting catcher. Defensive-first catcher who has the tools to impact the game on the defensive side of the ball. Strong, confident arm, plays with life and carry. Handled a number of different arms throughout the night without a problem, quiet, receptive glove. Active, willing blocker. Has the athleticism to play multiple spots if needed; 6.78 runner in the 60. Finished 0-for-3 at the plate.

Positional Profile: C/1B
Body: 6-2, 190-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide, couched setup. Smooth load and toe-tap stride. Direct swing path, level through the zone, strong hands, ball jumps off the barrel at times.
Power: 93.3 max exit velocity, averaged 84.9 mph. 289’ max distance.
Arm: RH. C - 82 mph. Long arm action, works from a high 3/4 arm slot.
Defense: 1.95-2.06 pop times. Tall setup behind the plate. Blocks the ball out front. Athletic actions, clean exchange.
Run: 6.78 runner in the 60. 

As one of the more athletic catchers in attendance, Henry Wolfe (New Trier) showed a swing that has made noticeable improvements since our last look. Wolfe is staying direct to the baseball, working on balance, and he lets his hands work throughout the swing with some more freedom from the right side. The 6-foot-2, 195-pound prospect ran a 6.78 and he also showed off a strong arm behind the plate that topped at 82 mph, with pop times in the 1.95-2.06 range.

Positional Profile: C/1B
Body: 6-foot-2, 190-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide setup, weight loaded on back side, short toe-tap stride, small hand load. Path works uphill, long through zone, gap-to-gap approach, line drives at times, consistent hard contact.
Power: 93.52 max exit velocity, averaged 88.84 mph. 361’ max distance.
Arm: RH. C - 79 mph. Long arm action, high 3/4 arm slot, throws carry.
Defense: 2.06-2.14 pop times. Athletic actions, clean exchange, feet gain ground toward second base.
Run: 6.99 runner in the 60. Above average runner.

Positional Profile: C/1B
Body: 6-2, 180-pounds. Strong build.
Hit: RHH. Tall, open setup, short stride. average bat speed of 70.1 MPH, uphill bat path, drove the ball through the middle of the field, gap-to-gap approach
Power: 94.12 max exit velocity, averaged 83.85 mph. 351’ max distance.
Arm: RH. C - 82 mph. Short, quick arm action, high 3/4 arm slot, throws carry with accuracy.
Defense: 2.01-2.09 pop times. Solid hands when receiving, quick transfer/feet, athletic behind the plate.
Run: 6.81 runner in the 60. Advanced runner.

Positional Profile: C/OF
Body: 6-2, 170-pounds. Athletic frame, lean build.
Hit: RHH. Tall and balance setup, high leg kick, drops the hands. Uphill swing path, gap-to-gap tendencies.
Power: 81 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Arm: RH. C - 75 mph. Short arm action, over-the-top arm slot, throws tend to carry.
Defense: 2.25-2.40 pop times. fluid footwork, works feet to second, clean exchange.
Run: 7.37 runner in the 60.