3/29/17 Game Notes: 6-foot-1 205 pound uncommitted right-hander sat 86-88, touching 89 twice in his first inning of work.  Breaking ball has 11/5 shape with late depth at 74-76.  Delivery has a short arm swing with some rhythm.  Creates separation and lands square.  Athletic finish.  Second inning he sat 84-87 with the fastball.  Lost command for a few batters but then finished with a strikeout to get out of a jam.

2/19/17: Thick, broad-shouldered 6-foot-1 205-pound frame. Fastball (88-90) saw a jump in velocity since his outing at the Future Games in August (85-86). Bachman repeats an athletic motion that delivers out of a high ¾ slot. He gets great extension with strong push off his back side that allows him to get far down the mound. Bachman’s breaking ball shows tight spin and tilt at 73-75, but still looks like he is tinkering between a curveball and slider. As he continues to gain feel and touch for the pitch, it has a chance to become a true swing and miss in the future. Bachman’s changeup is still a developing pitch, right now, as his hand gets under it at times, and he slows down his arm a bit. 

8/4/16:  The 6-foot, 195 pound right-hander showcased a short, quick arm action at PBR Future Games.  Delivery has some rhythm while maintaining good direction.  Breaking ball has 11/5 shape at 72-74 with the ability to throw it for a strike.  Fastball ran up to 86, while sitting 83-85.