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2018 Northwest Prospect Showcase
Drake Bird is a 2021 C/RHP/OF with a 6-0 170 lb. frame from Chelan, WA who attends Chelan HS. Medium frame with an athletic build and long limbs. Ran a 7.59 second 60-yard dash. Worked out defensively as a primary catcher. Sets up in a high stance and receiving out front. Gains short ground out of the stance. Minimal carry on throws topping out 73 miles per hour and popping a 2.20 in workouts. Also worked out from the outfield. Moves with some athletic actions to the ball. Clean glove actions through exchange with a compact three-quarters release. Some carry to the infield topping out at 77 miles per hour. Righthanded hitter with a spread stance and utilizes a no stride approach. Swings with intent getting extended through contact. Middle of the field to pull side contact. Secondary righthanded pitcher with a front step delivery into a high leg lift. Medium arm circle in the back with arm quickness through a three-quarters release. Has feel for a cutting fastball sitting in the mid 70's and topping out at 79 miles per hour. Short slider with a bit of depth as well. Has some swing and miss to pitches. Excellent student as well.