| Player: Dylan Seward | |||||||||||
| School: Norco (CA) | Position(s): SS | ||||||||||
| Height: 6′ | Weight: 175 lbs. | Bats: Switch | Throws: Right | ||||||||
| Summary: Seward looks every bit the part of an impact shortstop, blending twitch, polish, and high-end athleticism in one of the more complete 2027 profiles. A true switch-hitter, he shows excellent bat speed from both sides of the plate—loft and drive from the left, flatter line-drive precision from the right. His relaxed load and quick hands allow the barrel to whip through the zone with real authority, producing surprising impact for his wiry frame. Even when shortened up with two strikes, he finds the barrel with ease, and the advanced approach gives him a chance to hit near the top of any lineup. The athleticism carries into every aspect of his game. Seward is a 70 runner whose explosiveness plays both on the bases and up the middle, routinely turning contact into extra bases and pressure into mistakes. He shows feel for timing pitchers and elite acceleration once underway, projecting to steal plenty of bags as he adds strength. The offensive game is built around rhythm and confidence—he competes every pitch and adjusts naturally within at-bats. Defensively, Seward is electric. His footwork, balance, and internal clock allow him to make plays look easier than they should, with plus arm strength and fluid body control giving him the tools to stick at short long-term. His range and awareness separate him from peers, and his ability to make off-platform throws looks effortless. With switch-hit ability, premium run times, and defensive polish, Seward fits the mold of a true five-tool shortstop and early top-of-the-class talent. | |||||||||||
Shaun Kernahan is the founder and lead writer of Three Quarter Slot, where he blends scouting precision with a storyteller’s eye for the human side of the game. Based in Parker, Colorado, he has covered baseball prospects at every level since 2013, delivering in-depth evaluations, draft analysis, and developmental insight. Over the years, he has built Three Quarter Slot into a trusted home for thoughtful prospect coverage, detailed scouting reports, and a grounded look at how talent evolves
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