The typical Division I baseball player is ‘polished’ and already has all the tools necessary to be successful as a freshman. As opposed to the Division II baseball player, the typical DI player needs far less development, if any. The position players possess at least 4 of the 5 measurable tools – hit for average, hit for power, arm strength, speed, and defensive abilities. The pitchers display a command of at least 3 pitches with high velocities. On average, they have the ability to throw many innings, and most often they are only used on the mound and rarely as position players. Most D1 players come from large high schools. Many of these programs are considered the best in their area or in the state. In addition, most DI players have been awarded accolades such as All-Area, All-County, or All-State.
The average characteristics by position are as follows:
Right Hand Pitchers:
-Height: 6’1”
-Weight: 180 Pounds
-Over 1 K per Inning Pitched
-ERA below 2.50
-Velocity: 88-90 MPH (Verified by neutral source)

Left Hand Pitchers:
-Height: 6’1”
-Weight: 180 Pounds
-1 K per Inning Pitched
-ERA below 2.50
-Velocity: 85-87 MPH (Verified by neutral source)

Centerfielders:
-Height: 5’11”
-Weight: 170 Pounds
-60 Yard: 6.6 (Verified)
-Velocity for OF: 86-87 MPH (Verified by neutral source)

Middle Infielders:
-Height: 5’11”
-Weight: 175 Pounds
-60 Yard: 6.8-6.9 (Verified)
-Velocity from INF: 85+ MPH (Verified by neutral source)

Catchers:
-Height: 5’10”-6’0”
-Weight: 180 Pounds
-Pop Time: Sub 1.95 (Verified by neutral source)

Corner Infielders:
-Height: 6’2”
-Weight: 200 Pounds
-Power Numbers: 8+ HR, 30+RBI
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