98
Velocity (max)
2/21/24
CLASS OF 2024
RHP
SS
Connor
Gatwood
Baker (HS) • AL
6' 5" • 208LBS
R/R • 18yr 6mo
Travel Team: Phillies Scout Team
6' 5" • 208LBS
R/R • 18yr 6mo
Travel Team: Phillies Scout Team
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
93 - 98
Velo Range
2/21/24
2466
Spin Rate (avg)
1/08/23
Changeup
86 - 88
Velo Range
1/08/23
1778
Spin Rate (avg)
7/06/22
Curveball
76.8 - 78.3
Velo Range
1/23/22
2024
Spin Rate (avg)
1/23/22
Slider
88 - 91
Velo Range
2/21/24
2245
Spin Rate (avg)
1/08/23
93.2
Exit Velocity (max)
7/06/22
84
Exit Velocity (avg)
7/06/22
365
Distance (max)
7/06/22
75
Sweet Spot %
7/06/22
22
Hand Speed (max)
7/06/22
73.5
Bat Speed (max)
1/23/22
17.7
Rot. Acc (max)
7/06/22
-
Hard Hit %
7.15
60
7/06/22
3.96
30-yd
7/06/22
1.74
10-yd
7/06/22
19.3
Run speed (max)
7/06/22
88
INF Velo
7/06/22
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2022
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.15
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
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.
13.0
Hitting
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
365
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
196
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.9
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.
All-State Games (Invite-Only)
Jul 6, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
93.2
Exit Velocity (max)
84.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
231
Distance (avg)
365
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
South Alabama Preseason All-State
Jan 23, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
91.3
Exit Velocity (max)
80.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
150
Distance (avg)
252
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2022
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
22.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.5
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.9
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.
All-State Games (Invite-Only)
Jul 6, 2022
Blast - Hitting
22.0
Hand Speed (max)
20.9
Hand Speed (avg)
72.4
Bat Speed (max)
69.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
South Alabama Preseason All-State
Jan 23, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.2
Hand Speed (max)
20.3
Hand Speed (avg)
73.5
Bat Speed (max)
70.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.0
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).
2466
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.
26.5
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.9
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).
1705
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.1
Slider
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).
2245
Slider
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).
90.3
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.8
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).
2401
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.
27.3
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).
77.8
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).
2024
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).
80.8
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).
1574
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.1
Slider
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).
2234
South Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
93.7
Velocity (max)
92.2 - 93.7
Velo Range
92.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,553
Spin Rate (max)
2,466
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
84.7
Velocity (max)
83.6 - 84.7
Velo Range
83.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,263
Spin Rate (max)
2,245
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
87.9
Velocity (max)
85.7 - 87.9
Velo Range
86.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,796
Spin Rate (max)
1,705
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2022 PBR Future Games
Jul 27, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
89.8
Velocity (max)
87.6 - 89.5
Velo Range
87.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,539
Spin Rate (max)
2,418
Spin Rate (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
82.0
Velocity (max)
80.1 - 82.0
Velo Range
80.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,278
Spin Rate (max)
2,234
Spin Rate (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
82.8
Velocity (max)
80.0 - 82.8
Velo Range
80.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,767
Spin Rate (max)
1,642
Spin Rate (avg)
Spin Score (max)
All-State Games (Invite-Only)
Jul 6, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
90.3
Velocity (max)
88.0 - 89.8
Velo Range
87.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,504
Spin Rate (max)
2,389
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
83.9
Velocity (max)
80.3 - 83.9
Velo Range
79.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,995
Spin Rate (max)
1,778
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
South Alabama Preseason All-State
Jan 23, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
87.0
Velocity (max)
84.3 - 86.5
Velo Range
85.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,469
Spin Rate (max)
2,377
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
78.3
Velocity (max)
76.8 - 78.3
Velo Range
78.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,062
Spin Rate (max)
2,024
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.8
Velocity (max)
77.5 - 77.8
Velo Range
77.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,175
Spin Rate (max)
1,131
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
98.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
95.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
89.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
94.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
93.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
87.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
84.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
88.5
Game Performance
2024
2022
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.74
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.96
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.15
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.74
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.96
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.15
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
All-State Games (Invite-Only)
Jul 6, 2022
Swift
1.74
10-yd
3.96
30-yd
7.15
60-yd
19.3
Run speed (max)
8.4
Run Speed (avg)
2.14
RSi (max)
1.69
RSi (avg)
1,628
Jump Power (max)
29.3
Jump Height (max)
29.3
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2022
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.
64.45
Pitch Ai
2022
Arm Speed
The maximum speed, in the direction of home plate, that the wrist is traveling. Measured in meters per second (m/s)
Arm Slot
Angle of the forearm relative to the ground between maximum external rotation (MER) and ball release (BR). Which can be a powerful player comparison metric, delivered in degrees.
Knee Extension Velo
The angular velocity of the front knee straightening after foot plant, which provides indicators of velocity potential. Measured in degrees per second.
Deception
The amount of time that the ball is visible to the hitter, after the instant of front foot strike. Measures in milliseconds.
Hip-Shoulder Separation
The difference in angle of between the hips and shoulders, occurring close to the foot plant. Measured in degrees.
2022 PBR Future Games
Jul 27, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
All-State Games (Invite-Only)
Jul 6, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
Notes
News
- From the Hip: Early Helium (MLB Draft) - Mar 18, 2024
- Alabama Scout Blog: Week 1 Games - Feb 23, 2024
- 2023 Most Viewed Profiles: No. 3 Connor Gatwood - Dec 29, 2023
- Transformation Thursday: RHP Connor Gatwood - Nov 16, 2023
- 2024 Overall Rankings Update: Summer Stock Report - Aug 25, 2023
- Alabama Class of 2024 Rankings: Official Release - Aug 23, 2023
- 2023 East Coast Pro: Quick Hits, Day Two - Aug 4, 2023
- Almost Famous: 25 Summer Helium Candidates - Jun 1, 2023
- Alabama Scout Blog: Week 3 Games - Mar 12, 2023
- AL HS Team Preview: Baker Hornets - Jan 31, 2023
- Updated 2024 Alabama Player Rankings - Aug 22, 2022
- PBR Future Games: Alabama Day 2 Recap - Jul 28, 2022
- Top Pitchers Coming To Future Games - Jul 20, 2022
- Alabama All-State Games: Quick Hits - Jul 7, 2022
- Alabama Scout Blog: Week 3 Games - Mar 12, 2022
- South Alabama Preseason All-State: Pitcher Reports - Feb 1, 2022
- South Alabama Preseason All-State: Position Player Reports - Jan 31, 2022
- South Alabama Preseason All-State: Quick Hits - Jan 24, 2022
- Alabama High School Team Preview: Baker Hornets - Jan 7, 2022
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Touching 98 mph in the first inning, uncommitted RHP Connor Gatwood (Baker HS, AL) struggled at times to find the strike zone with his heater, but at 6-foot-5, 195 pounds, he's super athletic with a quick arm and the raw talent is rare. He does need polish with his control and the lengthy time to the plate from the stretch that allowed a couple stolen bases, but time, instruction and repetitions are all he needs. Look for Gatwood to continue to climb follow lists this fall. He’s a potential Day One talent.
Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 6-4, 188-pounds. Long limbs, lean frame, athletic.
Delivery: Controlled delivery, hybrid start.
Arm Action: RH. Live and loose arm, easy action.
FB: T93.7, 92-94 mph. Working both sides of the zone, effortless out of the hand. T2553, 2466 average rpm.
SL: 84-85 mph. Struggled with command at times. Hard sweeper. T2263, 2245 average rpm.
CH: 86-88 mph. Fading action arm side. T1796, 1705 average rpm.
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 6-3, 180-pounds. Lean, long, athletic frame.
Hit: RHH. Even stance, slightly upright. Slice, lift to the swing.
Power: 93.2 max exit velocity, averaged 84 mph. 365’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 88 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Solid footwork, great lateral ability, athletic arm.
Run: 7.15 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Effortless and easy actions.
Arm Action: RH. Mid 3/4 arm slot.
FB: T90.3, 88.0-89.8 mph. Working well to glove side. T2503, 2388 average rpm.
SL: Downward, late bite. T, average rpm.
CH: 80.3-83.9 mph. Plays well off the fastball with similar slot. T1994, 1777 average rpm.
Positional Profile: SS/3B Interesting 2024 to follow.
Body: 6-3, 170-pounds. Long, proportional frame with plenty of room for added strength.
Delivery: Athletic, controlled delivery. Easy and repeatable.
Arm Action: RH. Quick arm from a high 3/4 slot. Long arm swing on the back.
FB: T87, 84.3-86.5 mph. Showed arm side action that played in the lower third of the zone. T2468, 2376 average rpm.
CB: 76.8-78.3 mph. Sharp break with 11/5 shape, showed really late action. T2062, 2024 average rpm.
CH: 77.5-77.8 mph. Played mostly straight but showed legit sink. T1175, 1130 average rpm.
Positional Profile: SS/3B Interesting 2024 to follow.
Body: 6-3, 170-pounds. Long, proportional frame with plenty of room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup with a short leg kick. Short, direct path to contact with leverage through the zone, showing a middle approach.
Power: 91.3 max exit velocity, averaged 80.6 mph. 252’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 84 mph. Long, over the top arm action.
Defense: Steady hands with a clean transfer, showed the ability to throw from different arm slots with ease.
Run: 7.29 runner in the 60.