08/31/2008 - College PREP - Nashville, TN Michael is a catcher with a broad, strong body that is suited for the position. He is an outstanding receiver and blocker behind the dish. Set up and action are quiet and solid with an idea of what he is doing. Arm strength is solid average with carry, accuracy, but needs to get on a strict long toss program to aid in further developing more arm strength. Pop times will drop lower as he polishes up on his exchange and transfer. At the plate, Johnson has solid average abilities with near above average power. Bat speed is a plus and shows a feel for the barrel to the pull side. Swing path is long and hitting grades will improve with some instruction and adjustments. He has an upside at the plate. Michael will catch the eyes of the college coaches with his abilities behind the plate.
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