1. Jace LaViolette, OF -- Texas A&M
HOMETOWN:
Katy, Texas
HEIGHT:
6-6
WEIGHT:
230
BAT/THROW:
L-L
One of the more physical players in this class, Laviolette shows over the fence power to all fields and a powerful left-handed swing.
The 6-foot-5-inch Aggie hit 21
homers as a true freshman and stole 18 bases along the way. He parlayed that
teenage performance into 29 more homers as a sophomore adding seven stolen
bases for good measure.
Laviolette personifies the lefty-loop zone. The bat path is a joy to watch, and conducive to utilizing his double-plus raw power. LaViolette has fluid motions at the plate and violent hips that clear, making way to significant thump. Already very strong, LaViolette figures to be one of the slugging mainstays in the class.
In terms of his approach, LaViolette posted well-above average chase
rates as a teenager, and although his contact rates leave a bit to be desired,
he has a ton of time to polish up those skills. His fly ball rates tend to
ensure a hefty slash line regardless of any swing-and-miss he'll display.
Defensively,
he's destined for a corner where his above average speed projection and above
average throwing arm will stick long-term. LaViolette glides in the outfield
and has shown tremendous feel for routes and spacial awareness. He can play an
average centerfield in a pinch too.
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