Statistical Analysis: Greensboro Prospect ID
October 31, 2018
On Saturday October 27th, Prep Baseball Report ran an open prospect ID at North Carolina A&T’s War Memorial Stadium in Greensboro, NC. The field was in excellent shape considering the remnants of Hurricane Michael, that made landfall near Texas, from the Gulf, tracked through the Triad area on Friday, dumping over 12 hours of rain. The Aggie staff and players had the field ready to go for the workout, allowing close to twenty players from across North Carolina workout, update their statistics and video, and receive an evaluation from PBR’s trusted scouting staff.
The laser timed 60 may have been the only aspect of the day affected by all of the rain from the day prior, run on a slightly soft track. Position players continued their day after the sixty, with an extensive offensive and defensive workout. PBR Scouts were able to assemble evaluations and updated statistics on each player in attendance.
Pitchers concluded the day, throwing a controlled bullpen. Velocity was taken on each pitch and PBR scouts were able to asses a current and future projection on each arm.
Today we dive into some of the top numbers from the event, combing through each of the statistical categories players are able to update at a PBR event.
By The Numbers:
+ 19 players took part in the Greensboro Prospect ID
+ 10 worked out on the mound with 4 of those as pitcher only’s
+ 91 mph was the top fastball on the day
+ 80 mph was the median fastball for the workout
+ 4 catchers recorded pop times with the top time at 1.93. Every catcher was below 2.15 at some point
+ 90 mph was the top Exit Velocity with 82 mph as the median exit recorded.
+ 85 mph from the OF by Brendan Bagwell was the top positional velocity
CLICK HERE to view the complete roster and statistics for every player from the Greensboro Prospect ID
Statistical Analysis
60 Yard Dash
Times were down across the board after the surface handled a ton of rain the prior day. The ground was soft, but not wet or squishy. On a best guess, most times were affected by .10 or .20 seconds, when compared to some previous times recorded on some of the players in attendance.
Infield Velocity
Infielders worked out from the shortstop throwing across to first base. Arm velocities were measured on each throw, while PBR Scouts also assessed carry on each throw.
OF Velocity
Outfielders worked out from right field, throwing to the plate. Carry and accuracy were assessed along with the velocity on each throw. Brendan Bagwell (C/OF, South Mecklenburg HS, 2020) led all players in attendance with a positional velocity of 85 mph from the outfield.
Catcher Pop Times
All four catchers in attendance flashed at least one pop time of 2.10 or better. Along with the pop time, a positional velocity was read on each throw, with the catchers working out of their receiving base. Bagwell, who led the outfielders positional velocity, also led the catchers with a peak positional velocity of 80 mph from the crouch.
Exit Velocity
Each offensive player was able to spend time in the batting cage area prior to hitting live on the field. While getting loose, hitters were able to record their exit velocity off of a tee. Several players showed strength with Hank Dodson (C, Northern Guilford HS, 2020) breaking the 90 mph barrier.
Fastball Velocity
Uncommitted 2019 Brett Banks (RHP, Garner Magnet HS) created a lot of buzz sitting 88-91 throughout his bullpen with feel for a slider and change-up. The big righty throws a heavy fastball that led all pitchers in attendance with a top velocity of 91 mph.