The Philadelphia Phillies selected high school shortstop Zachary Green (Jesuit HS, CA) with the 125th pick in the 2012 MLB Draft on Tuesday.
A full scouting report for Green, a 6'3, 185-pound righty, follows courtesy of PerfectGame.org.
Zach Green is a 2012 SS/3B with a 6-3 190 lb. frame from Rocklin, CA who attends Jesuit HS. Tall angular build, very square shoulders, plenty of strength potential. 6.92 runner, easy gliding actions, soft hands with a smooth exchange, release and arm stroke a bit long, arm strength may be more suited to third base. Simple swing mechanics, early leg lift stride, quick hands to the ball, short swing with bat speed, can extend better to develop power, lots of potential with added strength, has the hands to hit. Good student, verbal commitment to Oregon State.
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