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Casey Schmitt, IF
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Scouting report
Schmitt's report reads like a watered down Matt Chapman or a variant of college Sheldon Neuse or J.D. Davis, all 3B/RPs. Schmitt has a solid, well-rounded offensive skill set that combines above-average bat control and hitting ability with fringe raw power. It's not a sexy, high-ceiling look, but when you pair it with plus defense at third base, the entire package starts to look like an everyday player. Schmitt can make throws from all kinds of weird platforms and he has plus raw arm strength (he was up to 96 on the mound in college) that helps him on defense, too. He may need to refine his approach to hit for sufficient in-game power to actually play every day. Right now he has a take-what's-given approach on offense and his feel for contact is good enough to make that work (he eliminates his leg kick with two strikes). He looks like a David Freese-type of player. (Fall Instructional League)