Reply to "When does a corner infielder typically get looked at?"

MidAtlanticDad10,000+ posts

Matt, my son was similar size to yours at that age. He's now a junior 1B at a top 20 D3. Still 6-3, but 25 lbs heavier (lifting and bad genetics). If he wasn't a very good fielder, he would probably be a DH; maybe LF if they were really pressed to get him on the field. Quick reflexes, but slow feet. Mid-major and higher D1 teams don't recruit guys like him out of high school, unless the bat is elite (think Wes Rea).
I agree with pretty much everything above. Only items I can add:
- JuCo is one path to higher level D1. A year or two of big power numbers against high level pitching will generate interest.
- A big body is ok for pitchers. My kid probably would have switched to RHP if not for elbow issues.
Good luck.

1/22/1812:45 PM

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