Ryan
Nestor

Ryan Nestor, Harvard-Westlake (CA), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP Projectable CF build with strong feel for the game. Quick swing with athletic moves in the OF.
Body: 5-10, 171-pounds. Proportional and physical build with a strong lower half.
Hit: RHH. Balanced stance, relaxed in the box. A slight toe tap, while hinging into the back hip. Hands stay back as he gains ground during the load. Hands fire straight to the ball, staying on plane well. Stays tall throughout the swing, keeping his head still. High finish with a linear lower half. 66.2 mph bat speed with 12 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 92 max exit velocity, averaged 85.9 mph. 271' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-87 mph. Repeatable and whippy arm. Accurate throws, consistently one-hopping to the tag zone.
Defense: Attacks the ball with authority, fielding the ball off his lead leg. A slight two step shuffle getting into the throw.
ATH: 6.62 runner in the 60. 1.55 and 3.65 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 58.98 Edge Score

Nestor turned in one of the most impressive overall showings at the Orange County Fall ID, highlighted by an event-best 6.67 60-yard dash that immediately showcased his athleticism. He paired that speed with an 82 mph arm from the outfield and a 91.2 mph max exit velocity, averaging 86 mph with a 63% sweet spot rate and 50% line drive rate, both among the top marks of the event. Nestor’s peak hand speed of 21.6 mph and athletic 5-10, 170-pound frame suggest even more upside as he continues to physically mature. Overall, Nestor proved to be one of the more intriguing and well-rounded players in attendance, offering a strong blend of speed, contact ability, and projection.

Ryan Nestor, Harvard-Westlake (CA), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP Strong OF with mature tendencies as a fielder/hitter.
Body: 5-10, 170-pounds. Athletic, mature frame with present upper and lower half strength.
Hit: RHH. Wide, tall stance with slight knee bend. Hands rested slightly above back shoulder. Loose upper half with a strong base. Medium leg kick stride. Creates strong hand-stride separation during launch. Hip torques well with loose swing in upper-half. 66.3 mph bat speed with 11 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 max exit velocity, averaged 86.0 mph. 299' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-82 mph. 3/4 arm slot. 1/2 arm back path. Quick windup during throw. Quick, rapid release that follows through fully. Strong thrower with low-medium trajectory.
Defense: Utilizes lower half well. Smooth, calculated movements when ball approaches.
ATH: 6.67 runner in the 60. 1.69 and 3.79 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.