| Player: Deion Cole | |||||||||||
| School: Etowah (GA) | Position(s): OF | ||||||||||
| Height: 6’1″ | Weight: 200 lbs. | Bats: Right | Throws: Right | ||||||||
| Summary: Cole brings a steady, professional presence to the box with one of the quicker right-handed bats in his class. The swing is compact and explosive, generating easy carry to all fields when he stays on time. His hands work whippy and fast through the zone, producing plus raw power that plays especially well to the pull side. While there’s still some swing-and-miss to clean up against quality spin, the contact quality and approach foundation point toward legitimate middle-of-the-order upside. Defensively, Cole fits comfortably in a corner with a strong, accurate arm and sound reads off the bat. He plays with confidence and range, showing the instincts and athleticism to contribute right away at the next level. The high floor is built on bat speed, strength, and competitiveness — a combination that makes him a reliable run-producer with the tools to rise quickly if the approach continues to refine. | |||||||||||
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