Jayden
Taitano

California of PA commit. 5-foot-10, 184-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a lift-and-replace stride. Stays behind the baseball well with a direct swing path leading to consistent back spin. Registered a bat exit velocity of 94 mph and ran a 7.31 60-yard dash. Showcased quick feet and a clean transition with improved pop times of 1.94-2.01. Athletic defender with proportional strength has a chance to contribute early at the next level.

5-foot-10, 185-pound right-handed hitter only participated on the final day of the event, but made an immediate impression. Showcased some pop in his bat going 3-for-6 with a double and a triple while driving in three runs over two games. Solid defender commands the field and is capable of leading a pitching staff. Has routinely shown pop times in the 2.00 range with above average 79 mph arm strength from the crouch.

5-foot-10, 185-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a heel-raise stride. Showcased an above average feel for the barrel and some current pop to the pull side with a bat exit velocity of 84 mph. Displayed athletic actions defensively with good feet and ran a 7.13 60-yard dash. Registered pop times of 2.02-2.09 on throws of 75 mph from the crouch with a clean transition and solid carry on all throws. Well-rounded prospect is among the top uncommitted catchers in the state in this class.

Physical 5-foot-10, 185-pound right-handed hitter starts his swing from a square stance and utilizes a heel-raise stride to initiate his lower half. Repeats swing path well with a solid hip turn and a slightly uphill path through the zone that creates back spin. Registered the top bat exit velocity of the event at 91 mph. Ran a 7.50 60-yard dash and showcase pop times of 2.10-2.18 on throws of 74 mph from the crouch. Displayed quick feet and a clean transition during defensive workout and a quiet receiving hand during bullpen evaluations. Shows leadership qualities and willingness to be vocal behind the plate.

Physical 5-foot-10, 185-pound right-handed hitter. Starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a lift-and-replace stride. Aggressive hip turn leads to above average barrel whip with a registered bat exit velocity of 88 mph. Took an impressive round of batting practice displaying present gap-to-gap pop. Ran a 7.30 60-yard dash and showcased pop times of 2.03-2.12 on throws of 75 mph from the crouch. Received well in game action displaying a quiet glove hand and a wide base for blocking. Also has the ability to slide out from behind the plate and handle duties at 3B. Athletic all-around skill set should continue to develop as frame fills out.

5-foot-10, 175-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing from a lift-and-replace stride. Showcased an aggressive hip-turn and the ability to create back spin with present power to the pull side. Registered a bat exit velocity of 91 mph. Injury kept him from working out defensively on this date. Ran a 7.33 60-yard dash.

5-foot-10, 175-pound right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a lift-and-replace stride. Showcased a solid hip-turn and a direct swing path that led to the top bat exit velocity of the day at 91 mph. Registered pop times of 2.11-2.20 on throws of 71 mph from the crouch and capable glove work at third base with accurate 75 mph arm strength across the diamond. Ran a 7.42 60-yard dash.