| Player: Dylan Minnatee | |||||||||||
| School: Franklin (CA) | Position(s): 1B | ||||||||||
| Height: 6′ | Weight: 195 lbs. | Bats: Left | Throws: Left | ||||||||
| Summary: Minnatee brings a natural feel to hit from the left side, showing one of the smoother, more fluid strokes in the class. His compact swing stays in the zone a long time, producing hard line drives to all fields with minimal effort. There’s a quiet confidence to his approach—aggressive but under control—and he consistently makes quality contact regardless of pitch plane or velocity. The bat speed stands out, and as he continues to add strength, his natural lift and barrel accuracy could unlock legitimate power output. Defensively, Minnatee is a polished first baseman with soft hands, clean footwork, and the instincts to handle the position at a high level. He’s not a burner on the bases, but the bat and defense both project to carry the profile. With advanced bat-to-ball skills, reliable glove work, and a no-frills, hitterish presence, Minnatee profiles as a pure left-handed hitter capable of anchoring a lineup from the heart of the order. | |||||||||||
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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