LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2016 National Underclass Showcase-Main Event
Bertram "BJ" Murray is a 2018 3B/SS with a 6-0 180 lb. frame from Lake Worth, FL who attends Trinity Christian Academy. Large, athletic frame with broad shoulders and a strong, yet loose build with present strength and room to grow stronger. Posted a 6.89 60-yard dash. Primary shortstop, fields the ball cleanly out front with soft, sure hands, lots of fluidity and smoothness to actions, sound footwork, easy and clean transfer leading into strong and accurate throws across the diamond with plenty of carry. Switch-hitter, shows sound present ability from either side. Lefthanded beings slightly open with a high back elbow, sees the ball well on the outer half, stays short to the ball with loose hands, showed no problem putting 88 mph fastball back up the middle in live action. Shows solid bat speed and strength from the right side with a similar stance and short swing, can envision additional power with added extension into swing from both sides. Sound overall tool set and projects. Named to Main Event Top Prospect List. Good student. Verbal commitment to Florida Atlantic.