 Edward Easley (Jim Lytle/AP)
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Biographical Data | |
| Player Name: | Edward Michael Easley |
| Position: | Catcher |
| School: | Mississippi State |
| School Type: | Four-Year College |
| Academic Class: | Junior |
| Birthdate: | 12/21/85 |
| Height: | 6'0" |
| Weight: | 195 lbs. |
| Bats: | Left |
| Throws: | Left |
| Report Date(s): | 04/13/07 |
| Game(s): | Tennessee |
Focus Area |
Comments |
| Hitting Ability: | Easley's bat has improved each year he's been at Mississippi State and he's currently hitting .400, though he's not expected to hit that well at the next level. |
| Power: | He's got some pop, with eight homers this season, but that's more a testament to the metal bats. He won't be a big power guy as a pro. |
| Running Speed: | Easley is a below-average runner, but isn't awful for a catcher. |
| Arm Strength: | During infield and between innings, Easley looked like he could barely reach second base with his throws. During the game, however, he threw a bullet to throw a guy out trying to steal, making it a little puzzling for scouts if the plus arm is always there. |
| Arm Accuracy: | In the instance when he flashed the plus arm, his throw was right on the money. |
| Fielding: | Easley caught well, received the ball well and blocked balls in the dirt effectively, though his bat has always been better than his glove. He's also played a lot of third base in the past. |
| Aggressiveness: | He was sharp during the game, but it was puzzling to see him make below-average throws during infield practice and between innings. |
| Physical Description: | Easley is a fairly athletic backstop who has shown some ability to play the infield. |
| Medical Update: | Healthy. |
| Strengths: | Some ability with the bat and a little power. He's also shown flashes of an above-average arm. |
| Weaknesses: | None of his tools stand out or profile to be above-average at the next level. |
| Summary: | Easley has shown at least some ability with the bat and behind the plate. He's got some power, but is more of a doubles hitter in the future. His skill set profiles more as a backup catcher in the Kelly Stinnett or Doug Mirabelli mold, where he won't get to hit enough to make it matter. |