LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2016 Rocky Mountain Showcase
Casey Opitz is a 2017 C/MIF with a 5-11 170 lb. frame from Centennial, CO who attends Heritage HS. Medium frame with an athletic build. Projects for additional size with strength. Switch hitter with a tall, open stance from both sides of the plate. From the left side of the plate shows a calm, balanced approach with early hip actions to contact. From the right side of the plate, shows natural rhythm resulting in hard line drive contact. Primarily uses a mid-field approach from both sides of the plate with barrel control to work the baseball to all fields. Flashed quality at-bats from the left side in game action, extending at-bats and producing solid bat speed. Worked out defensively from behind the plate showing a slightly high set. Works into throws with very quick, athletic actions and balance. Will occasional become extended through transition when rushing. Has the present tools and polish to catch at a high level. Good student. Named to the 2016 Rocky Mountain Showcase Top Prospect List.