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John Baker '16 Recruiting Profile
ClubHowell Hawks Gold
Height6'3"
Weight235lbs
Age26
Primary PositionRHP
Secondary Position1st Base
Dominant HandRight
60 Yard Dash7.25
Home to 1st4.28
Top Fastball Velocity94
Top Infield Velocity84
Exit Velocity94
Consistent Fastball Velocity89
Consistent Infield Velocity84
Consistent Changeup Velocity76
Consistent Breaking Ball Velocity74
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John Baker Pitchi...
December 2013
January 2015Personal Statement
My name is John Baker. Playing baseball at the collegiate level is my dream, regardless if it is D1, D2, D3, or JUCO. Obviously, D1 would be my first choice, but I understand that this may not occur. There are several factors involved in finding the right college (financial, academics, my athletic ability, location, and overall fit). Keeping my options open, I believe it will help me reach my goal. Academics as well as my athletic training are very important. I understand that my grade point plays a significant factor on my choices for colleges. Actually, my class work must come first, since making a career of playing professional baseball may not happen, but that does not stop me from dreaming. My commitment to this sport cannot be challenged. My desire has always been to be the best player on the field. During the offseason my plan is to continue with a strong workout plan and I do understand that the season never ends for players that want to reach the next level.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 3 years
- Varsity Starter
- 3 years
- 2015 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #25
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-State, 1st Team All-Conference, 1st Team All-Region, 1st Team All-County, 1st Team All-Area, 2015 Dream Team, Defensive Player of the Year, Scholar Athlete Award, Livingston County Player of the Year
Team Awards
- District Champions, Regional Champs, State Champs
- 2014 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #25
- 2013 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #25
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 8 seasons
- 2015 Howell Hawks Gold (18U)
- Link to Team's Website that has schedule: http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=howellhawksgold
- 2014 Howell Hawks Gold (17/18U)
- 2013 Howell Hawks (16u - AAA)
- 2012 Detroit Bees (14u - Major)
- 2012 Howell Hawks (14u - Major)
- 2012 Jet Box MI (14u - AA)
- 2012 West Boca Black Panthers (14u-Major)
- Played on this team for one tournament (2012 Perfect Game Underclassmen World Series)
- 2011 Detroit Bees (13u - Major)
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Brian Morrison
- Travel / Club Coach
- Dave Piesko
- Travel / Club Coach
- Frank Alfaro
- Travel / Club Coach
- Sean Maloney
- Travel / Club Coach
- Mike Cusick
Events
- Camp/Event
- PBR-Michigan Pre-Season All-State
- 2/07/15 to 2/07/15
- 2.7.2015 6-foot-3, 220-pound prospect. Quick high ¾ arm action with good use of lower half. Fastball was 85-89 mph with good movement. Cutter is a plus out pitch at 79-83 mph. Changeup showed some sink at 73-75 mph. Good actions with footwork and glove at first base. Threw 84 mph across the infield. Ran a 7.34 60-yard dash. Short stride with strength in his bat in a middle to pull approach. Bat speed registered at 94 mph. Top Tools Award Winner of this Event - Most Projectable RHP; Best Breaking Ball; Best Three-Pitch Mix.
- Camp/Event
- Area Code Games Training Camp
- 11/01/14 to 11/01/14
- Invite only event. Link to testing results: http://www.studentsports.com/baseball/2014/11/05/acbtc-houston-testing-results/
- Camp/Event
- PBR - Michigan Fall Prospect Program
- 9/01/14 to 9/30/14
- 6-foot-2, 205-pound prospect. Showed good actions at first base with footwork and glove, solid footwork around the base with good instincts picking the baseball. Ran a 7.41 60-yard dash. Ran a 4.28 home to first. Wide base with no stride at the plate, has plus strength in his bat, creates good leverage and the ball jumps off his bat. Bat speed registered at 93 mph.
- Camp/Event
- College Coaches Camps
- 1/20/14 to 1/20/14
- Camp/Event
- 2013 Perfect Game National Underclass Showcase-Main Event
- 12/28/13 to 12/30/13
- 2016 John Baker (Fenton, MI) is a strong, 6-foot-2 205 right handed hitter who is able to get good extension with the bat, finishing his swing with some lift and has the ability to drive the ball. That was evident as he made contact to all fields and able to put one over the Green Monster at JetBlue Stadium. John Baker (2016, RHP/3B/1B, Hartland HS, Fenton, MI) struck out 8 hitters in 4 innings of work only giving up 2 hits. On the mound, he throws easy, with a long loose arm action, had a heavy FB that sat 80-85 MPH and mixed in his CH at 74 MPH with good fade. Named to Top Prospect List and Top Prospect Team. Additionally, PG 2014 Underclass Honorable Mention
- Camp/Event
- PBR - Michigan East Coast Prospect Showcase
- 10/20/13 to 10/20/13
- John Baker, RHP/3B, Hartland HS, 2016 Big 6-foot-2, 205-pound sophomore with a good foundation. On the mound may be his best upside but he can swing it as well 81-84mph fastball. H3/4 slot with smooth mechanics. Relatively straight at this poing. Breaking ball has 12/6 bite (65-66mph). Did a nice job keeping arm speed near his fastball on the change (70-71mph). Developing power arm in the making. Easy velo. At the plate has pop in the bat. Gap-to-gap pop. Longer arm action in the infield. 80mph across the diamond. Threw the ball accurately. Made all of the plays. 7.48 runner.
- Camp/Event
- Perfect Game 2012 WWBA Underclass World Championship
- 10/04/12 to 10/08/12
- "For the Panthers, 2016 John Baker (Fenton, MI, Hartland HS) pitched 3 innings, allowing no hits and no runs with 3 strikeouts. His fastball peaked at 80mph. Baker showed balanced, online delivery, good follow through and an average FB."
- Camp/Event
- East Cobb Perfect Game 14u PG Wood Bat Tournament
- 6/18/12 to 6/22/12
- PG Scouting Blogs Game 1 - RHP John Baker (2016, Hartland HS, MI) worked the Patriots' lineup to the tune of only 2 hits surrendered and 0 ER given up in 4 innings of relief. He showed the ability to keep the hitters off balance and was aggressive in his approach utilizing his FB/CB arsenal. He showed good command with his 75-78 FB topping at 79 and a CB that hovered between 63-65. Game 2 - John Baker (2016, Hartland HS, MI) pitched the final 2.1 innings to get the win in relief for the Bees. Game 5 - 2016 John Baker (Fenton, MI, Hartland) had a single and double and drove in a run for the Bees. Baker has extremely sound defensive skills and projects as a middle of the order run producer. Baker also came in to earn the win, pitching two scoreless innings. He uses a 73-79mph fastball and has a very smooth delivery.
Training
- Pitching Instruction
- 8 years
- I have been receiving pitching instruction from former MLB Pitcher Scott Aldred. Scott is the pitching coach for the New York Yankee's AAA Team.
Statistics
| Statistic | 2015 Varsity Team | 2015 Howell Hawks G |
|---|---|---|
| Avg. | .342 | .286 |
| GP/GS | 43/42 | 17/17 |
| AB | 117 | 42 |
| R | 20 | 8 |
| H | 40 | 12 |
| 2B | 15 | 6 |
| 3B | 0 | |
| HR | 0 | |
| RBI | 28 | 11 |
| SLG% | .470 | .429 |
| BB | 26 | 10 |
| HBP | 8 | |
| SO | 17 | 7 |
| OB% | .481 | .455 |
| SB/Attempts | 4/4 | |
| Errors | 0 | |
| Team Record | 28-16-1 | 13-4 |
| Types of Pitches | FB, Curveball, Cutter, Changeup | FB, CB, Cutter, Change Up |
| ERA | 0.99 | .933 |
| W-L (Pitching Record) | 10-2 | 3-0 |
| Appearances | 14 | 3 |
| Games Started | 12 | 2 |
| Complete Games | 8 | 2 |
| Saves | 0 | 0 |
| Innings Pitched | 85 | 15 |
| Hits | 46 | 15 |
| Runs Allowed | 25 | 6 |
| Earned Runs | 12 | 2 |
| Batter's BB | 20 | 2 |
| Batter's SO | 129 | 12 |
| Batter's HBP | 8 | 0 |
Academics
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Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. Honors AlgebraAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. Statistics, PsychologyRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- Awards2014 Kensington Lakes Activities Association (KLAA) Athlete Award; 2014 Hartland High School Scholar Athlete Award; 2013 Offensive Player of the Year - (Howell Hawks Gold)
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