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2024 Pittsburgh Indoor Showcase (Saturday)
Jack Barton is a 2026 C/RHP/OF with a 5-8 140 lb. frame from Ithaca, NY who attends Ithaca Senior. Lean, medium build with some present athleticism. Primary catcher, starts in a deep side saddled stance. Breaks into a midline transfer and shorter arm path. Takes a big stride prior to release and pulls down hard. Kept the throws around the bag. Recorded arm strength up to 74 mph with a pop time of 2.12 sec. In the outfield, stayed light on the feet and worked through the baseball with urgency. Projectable glove actions with softness in the hands. Gets uphill a bit prior to releasing the ball from a loose three-quarters slot. Recorded arm strength up to 83 mph. Right-handed hitter, starts in a wider, crouched stance with a low back elbow and low hand set-up. Utilizes a quick, negative toe-tap trigger for timing before working into a flat bat path. Keeps the hands compact and guides the barrel through the zone. Has the ability to work the entire field. Projects for more power as he continues to physically mature and add strength to his frame. Recorded an exit velocity of 71 mph. Ran a 7.28 sec sixty-yard dash. Great student.