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1/19/19
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1.19.19
Projectable, high-waisted, athletic frame at 6-foot-3, 200-pounds. The right-handed hitter starts from a narrow, slightly crouched stance, then loads back smooth with a slight toe-tap as he pinches his knees together. Triggers his hands down as he strides forward, landing with separation. Loose hands with strength in the barrel, working slightly uphill through contact with gap power to the pull side and top exit velocity of 86 mph. On the infield, he plays through the ball with quick feet and soft hands, throwing from a low-¾ slot with a top velocity of 71 mph.
Butler has an athletic, projectable frame at 6-foot-3, 180-pounds. The right-handed hitter starts from a tall, relaxed, slightly open stance. Smooth load back as he triggers his hands before striding closed. Flat path with line drive power and middle of the field approach with an exit velocity of 82 mph. On the infield, Butler has quick footwork, soft hands, moves easy through the catch, and throws from a low slot with a top velocity of 72 mph across the infield.
6-foot-2, 180-pound, athletic, high-waisted, long-limbed frame. The right-handed hitter starts from a tall stance. Smooth, quick load into a short stride, uses his shoulders to rotate and deliver the barrel on a level path. Butler showed his versatility while working out at multiple positions. In the outfield he has an athletic crow hop as he plays through the ball and threw 68 mph. At shortstop, he has a good first step with athletic strides and rhythm as he approaches the ball. He throws from a short-¾ slot at 68 mph across the diamond. At first base, he has quick footwork with a clean exchange and athleticism around the bag.