08/04/2008 - College PREP - Cleveland, OH Jordan is SS with an athletic looking body. He shows average ability defensively in the middle of the infield. He shows some awkward actions but does make all the plays. Arm strength is average but does show a quick release with accuracy. He needs to get on a strict long toss program to aid in further developing more arm strength. At the plate, Rider shows near average ability and average power. Swing path is level and does show a feel for the barrel. He does need some instruction and work on mechanical flaws to improve hitting grades. Jordan has ability with a lot of room to improve.
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