LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2016 Northeast Indoor Showcase-PA
Tanner Helms is a 2017 OF/LHP with a 6-0 190 lb. frame from Bellefonte, PA who attends Bellefonte Area. Large frame with a solid build and present strength. At the plate starts with an open stance and a slightly seperated hand set. Loads hand to a deep, strong position. Shows a linear swing plane with strength and a mid-field approach. Baseball comes off well when barrel turns to contact on time. Primarily using strength to generate bat speed through the zone. Worked out defensively form the outfield. Fields baseball on side and comes through into transition very well. Quick footwork while closing on baseball with smooth glove to hand transitions. Creates solid arm whip with a long arm action and crow hop. Throws were accuracte to bag with on line carry. Also pitched showing a clean arm with with some downhill angle to plate from a high three quarter arm slot. Tends to sink on back side to gather at times. Fastball shows occasional life topping at 74 mph. Solid feel for spin on a 12/6 curveball that flashed good depth.