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2015 Midwest Top Prospect Showcase
Johnny Hawk is a 2016 C/3B with a 5-9 180 lb. frame from McClelland, IA who attends Creighton Preparatory. Medium frame with present strength throughout. Right handed hitter showing a slightly open stance and wrapped start. Aggresive hitter and swings with intent. Mid-field approach with conistent hard line drive contact. Shows good rhythm and timing at the plate with quiet mechanics. Balanced throughout swing with present bat speed, shows extended pop to left field gap. Projectable hitting tools. From behind the plate shows a longer arm action from a taller set. Had a tendency to rush the exchange at times. Sound fundamental footwork with quick explosive movements. Shows smooth receiving skills and strong framing ability. Topped at 78 mph to the bag, best pop 1.95. Good runner for a catcher, 7.06 sixty. Also worked from the infield showing a quick overtop action. Tends to sit back on ball with later glove actions out front. Shows good raw arm strength with accuracy across, topped at 84 mph. Good student as well.