26
Hand Speed (max)
7/28/21
CLASS OF 2023
OF
3B
Christopher
Johnston
Auburn
Vestavia Hills (HS) • AL
6' 1" • 200LBS
R/R • 20yr 6mo
Travel Team: Top Gun Brooks
Vestavia Hills (HS) • AL
6' 1" • 200LBS
R/R • 20yr 6mo
Travel Team: Top Gun Brooks
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
78.6
Bat Speed (max)
9/27/20
24.2
Rot. Acc (max)
6/23/21
-
Hard Hit %
101.8
Exit Velocity (max)
6/23/21
-
Exit Velocity (avg)
-
Distance (max)
-
Sweet Spot %
6.74
60
7/28/21
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
86
INF Velo
10/17/20
83
OF Velo
7/28/21
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
83.2
Velocity (max)
10/17/20
78.4 - 83.2
Velo Range
10/17/20
2315
Spin Rate (avg)
6/23/21
Changeup
67 - 74
Velo Range
10/17/20
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Curveball
70.7 - 79.7
Velo Range
9/27/20
2158
Spin Rate (avg)
6/23/21
Positional Tools
2021
2020
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.74
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
15.1
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.76
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
14.2
Hitting
2021
2020
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
101.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
94.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
381
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
244
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.7
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
96.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
347
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
245
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
22.2
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
AL/KY/TN/MS Workout Pod
Jul 28, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
97.2
Exit Velocity (max)
85.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
217
Distance (avg)
350
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Future Games
Jul 28, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
97.2
Exit Velocity (max)
85.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
217
Distance (avg)
350
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Prospect Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 23, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
101.8
Exit Velocity (max)
96.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
263
Distance (avg)
381
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 17, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
97.4
Exit Velocity (max)
90.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
214
Distance (avg)
354
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
AL/MS Border Battle (Invite Only)
Oct 17, 2020
Trackman - Hitting
96.2
Exit Velocity (max)
88.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
295
Distance (avg)
347
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Alabama Fall Invite
Sep 27, 2020
Trackman - Hitting
92.9
Exit Velocity (max)
84.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
199
Distance (avg)
342
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2021
2020
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
26.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
25.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
70.1
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
25.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
23.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
78.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
72.9
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
2021 Future Games
Jul 28, 2021
Blast - Hitting
26.0
Hand Speed (max)
24.7
Hand Speed (avg)
71.7
Bat Speed (max)
70.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
AL/KY/TN/MS Workout Pod
Jul 28, 2021
Blast - Hitting
26.0
Hand Speed (max)
24.7
Hand Speed (avg)
71.7
Bat Speed (max)
70.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
Top Prospect Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 23, 2021
Blast - Hitting
25.9
Hand Speed (max)
25.2
Hand Speed (avg)
73.0
Bat Speed (max)
69.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
AL/MS Border Battle (Invite Only)
Oct 17, 2020
Blast - Hitting
23.0
Hand Speed (max)
22.0
Hand Speed (avg)
76.9
Bat Speed (max)
73.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Alabama Fall Invite
Sep 27, 2020
Blast - Hitting
25.5
Hand Speed (max)
23.9
Hand Speed (avg)
78.6
Bat Speed (max)
72.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2021
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.5
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2315
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
28.4
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.1
Curveball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2158
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.3
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1664
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.9
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1905
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
23.5
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.1
Curveball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1997
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.5
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1584
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Top Prospect Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 23, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
83.0
Velocity (max)
80.6 - 82.3
Velo Range
81.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,446
Spin Rate (max)
2,315
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
71.7
Velocity (max)
70.6 - 71.5
Velo Range
69.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,199
Spin Rate (max)
2,158
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
76.3
Velocity (max)
75.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,664
Spin Rate (max)
1,664
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
AL/MS Border Battle (Invite Only)
Oct 17, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
83.2
Velocity (max)
80.4 - 82.5
Velo Range
80.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,113
Spin Rate (max)
1,910
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
68.9
Velocity (max)
68.0 - 68.9
Velo Range
66.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,067
Spin Rate (max)
2,032
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
74.0
Velocity (max)
68.2 - 74.0
Velo Range
69.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,935
Spin Rate (max)
1,584
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Alabama Fall Invite
Sep 27, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
79.4
Velocity (max)
77.7 - 79.0
Velo Range
77.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,976
Spin Rate (max)
1,882
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
79.7
Velocity (max)
70.7 - 79.7
Velo Range
75.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,012
Spin Rate (max)
1,953
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2021
2020
Fastball
Hop+
A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Rise+
A fastball with rise has a high percentage of backspin. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher fly ball percentage. Rise+ of 100 is MLB average
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Hop+
A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Rise+
A fastball with rise has a high percentage of backspin. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher fly ball percentage. Rise+ of 100 is MLB average
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Pitching Velos
2021
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
Game Performance
Visual Edge
2021
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
67.29
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Alabama Scout Blog: Week 8 Games - Apr 15, 2023
- 2021 Future Games: College Commitment Tracker - Aug 3, 2021
- PBR Future Games: Day 2 & 3 Recap - Jul 30, 2021
- PBR Future Games: Team Alabama Workout Results - Jul 29, 2021
- 2021 PBR Future Games: Team Alabama - Jul 25, 2021
- Top Prospect Games: Infielders - Jul 2, 2021
- Top Prospect Games: Quick Hits - Jun 25, 2021
- Top Prospect Games: Preview - Jun 21, 2021
- Alabama Daily Roundup: March 20th - Mar 21, 2021
- Preseason All State Scouting Analysis: Session 3 - Jan 22, 2021
- Preseason All-State: Quick Hits - Jan 18, 2021
- Preseason All-State: Preview - Jan 14, 2021
- Uncommitted 2023's in Alabama - Dec 2, 2020
- AL/MS Border Battle: Alabama Standouts - Oct 22, 2020
- Alabama Fall Invite Scout Blog: Infielders - Oct 2, 2020
- Alabama Fall Invite: Quick Hits - Sep 28, 2020
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6-foot-1, 195-pound athletic physical frame. During batting practice, Johnston displayed an exit velocity of 102 mph, Best EV of the day. Started in a crouched open stance with a controlled load, then used a leg kick. Bat speed is above average, shows an upward swing plane and good extension on his finish. He created loud contact and found lots of barrels. Pull side approach. In the infield, his position velocity was registered at 84 mph; has a natural exchange, and quick footwork. Had a high ¾ slot and a quick arm action. Displayed speed and athleticism at the event, recording a 60 time of 6.95. On the mound, Johnston showed nice command of the breaking ball (71-72 mph) from a very clean delivery. The changeup (70-71 mph) is also a soid secondary offereing that compliments the fastball very well.. The fastball (81-82 mph, T83 mph) was a pitch that he showed solid command to both sides of the plate with. Looks easy on the mound.
6-foot-1, 185-pound sturdy frame. During batting practice, the right-handed hitters best exit velocity was 97 mph. Starts in an open quiet stance with a quick controlled load, then uses a leg kick. Has upward swing plane, efficient bat speed and a back foot finish. He found multiple barrels with some loud contact. Pull side approach. In the infield, recorded a position velocity of 83 mph; has a clean exchange, consistent feet, and soft hands. Showed consistent accuracy to the bag with a consistent arm action and a ¾ slot. Performed well in the 60-yard dash, clocking a speedy time of 6.88.
6-foot-1, 180-pound solid frame. During batting practice, the right-handed hitter showed power in the box with an exit velocity of 93 mph. Sets up in an athletic stance and used a leg kick. Bat speed is some and shows uphill swing plane. Found multiple barrels with some loud contact . Up the middle approach. While in the infield, registered his best throw across the diamond at 82 mph; had a quick exchange and athletic footwork. Had a high ¾ slot with consistent accuracy to the base. Performed well in the 60-yard dash, clocking a speedy time of 6.76. On the mound, exhibits good arm speed. Showed consistent balance point. Displayed a clean finish Threw his fastball 79-80 mph; has arm side command and sinking action. His 11/5 curveball (66-67) showed late action.