79
Velocity (max)
3/01/25
CLASS OF 2028
RHP
OF
Jay
Baird
Hinsdale Central (HS) • IL
6' 2" • 168.2LBS
R/R • 14yr 10mo
Travel Team: Top Tier Americans
6' 2" • 168.2LBSR/R • 14yr 10mo
Travel Team: Top Tier Americans
Rankings
2028 National
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2028 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
76.5 - 78.4
Velo Range
3/01/25
1707
Spin Rate (avg)
3/01/25
Changeup
71 - 73
Velo Range
3/01/25
1102
Spin Rate (avg)
4/03/24
Curveball
67.2 - 68.3
Velo Range
3/01/25
1831
Spin Rate (avg)
3/01/25
Slider
66 - 67
Velo Range
5/23/24
1556
Spin Rate (avg)
5/23/24
95.1
Exit Velocity (max)
3/01/25
86.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
3/01/25
307
Distance (max)
4/05/23
75
Sweet Spot %
4/03/24
20.7
Hand Speed (max)
3/01/25
88.1
Bat Speed (max)
3/01/25
10.3
Rot. Acc (max)
3/01/25
33
Hard Hit %
3/01/25
7.10
60-yd
3/01/25
3.97
30-yd
3/01/25
1.72
10-yd
3/01/25
19.6
Run speed (max)
3/01/25
71
INF Velo
4/05/23
81
OF Velo
4/03/24
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C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2025
2024
2023
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.10
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
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.
13.4
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.15
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
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.
12.2
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.41
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.0
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.
11.2
Hitting
2025
2024
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
95.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
287
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
153
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
11.7339
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).
87.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
307
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
191
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.1617
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).
82.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
307
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
155
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
24.0321
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.
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Mar 1, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
95.1
Exit Velocity (max)
86.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
153
Distance (avg)
287
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Illinois Rising Stars Games
May 23, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
87.1
Exit Velocity (max)
82.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
198
Distance (avg)
307
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
McCook Rising Stars ID
Apr 3, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
85.0
Exit Velocity (max)
76.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
180
Distance (avg)
252
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
McCook Rising Stars ID
Apr 5, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
82.8
Exit Velocity (max)
71.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
155
Distance (avg)
307
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.7
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.4
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
88.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
78.0
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.
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Mar 1, 2025
Blast - Hitting
20.7
Hand Speed (max)
19.4
Hand Speed (avg)
88.1
Bat Speed (max)
78.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2025
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.4
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).
1707
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.
22.0
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).
67.8
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).
1831
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).
72.0
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).
889
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).
77.3
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.6
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).
1603
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.
22.1
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).
65.0
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).
1697
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).
68.7
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).
1077
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).
66.5
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).
1556
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).
73.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.2
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).
1477
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.
20.7
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).
60.7
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).
1680
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).
63.3
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).
1088
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).
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Mar 1, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
78.8
Velocity (max)
76.5 - 78.4
Velo Range
76.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,756
Spin Rate (max)
1,707
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
68.6
Velocity (max)
67.2 - 68.3
Velo Range
66.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,892
Spin Rate (max)
1,831
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
72.8
Velocity (max)
71.5 - 72.6
Velo Range
72.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,247
Spin Rate (max)
889
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Illinois Rising Stars Games
May 23, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
74.6
Velocity (max)
70.8 - 72.9
Velo Range
69.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,738
Spin Rate (max)
1,622
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
66.9
Velocity (max)
66.2 - 66.9
Velo Range
63.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,556
Spin Rate (max)
1,556
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
65.6
Velocity (max)
955
Spin Rate (max)
955
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
McCook Rising Stars ID
Apr 3, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
77.3
Velocity (max)
74.2 - 76.7
Velo Range
73.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,628
Spin Rate (max)
1,523
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
66.5
Velocity (max)
63.7 - 66.4
Velo Range
63.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,787
Spin Rate (max)
1,697
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
70.2
Velocity (max)
68.5 - 70.2
Velo Range
67.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,174
Spin Rate (max)
1,102
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
McCook Rising Stars ID
Apr 5, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
73.9
Velocity (max)
69.7 - 72.7
Velo Range
68.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,616
Spin Rate (max)
1,477
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
61.7
Velocity (max)
59.8 - 61.6
Velo Range
56.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,737
Spin Rate (max)
1,680
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
63.9
Velocity (max)
62.7 - 63.9
Velo Range
59.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,191
Spin Rate (max)
1,088
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2024
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
Pitching Velos
2025
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.8
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
61.5
Game Performance
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.75
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.41
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.72
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.97
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.1
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
Vizual Edge
2025
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.
74.38
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Preseason All-State Underclass: 2028 Takeaways - Mar 6, 2025
- 13u/14u National Championship: Scout Blog - Jul 12, 2024
- Illinois Rising Stars Games: Player Analysis - Jul 3, 2024
- McCook Rising Stars ID: Player Analysis - Jul 1, 2024
- Illinois Rising Stars Games: Takeaways - May 30, 2024
- McCook Rising Stars: Player Analysis - Jun 14, 2023
- McCook Rising Stars ID: Statistical Analysis & Takeaways - Apr 27, 2023
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Physical
2025
Grip Strgth (LH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (RH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Projectable is the biggest thing I have to say about Baird. 6 foot 2 150 pound frame has plenty to add on and I could see this name becoming a huge riser in the 2028 class. Already has present power and good feel for the long levers leveraging them well through the zone creating easy pop giving the ability for the long ball. Could also be a name on the mound in the future working his FB into the upper 70s there is plenty of strength to add on that will only make these numbers go up.
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 6-2, 150-pounds. Trim, long-limbed frame.
Hit: RHH. Upright setup, hands load back, short stride, utilizes lower-half. Quick hands, flat path, whole field approach.
Power: 87 max exit velocity, averaged 82.4 mph. 307’ max distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 76 mph. Arm plays with accuracy, low 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady hands, long stride, works through the ball.
Run: 7.15 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Slight coil into a medium leg lift, drop/drive, holds back knee bend, works in-line to the plate.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm swing in the back, 3/4 slot.
FB: T75, 71-73 mph. Plays with sink and deception. T1738, 1622 average rpm.
SL: 66-67 mph. Short wrinkle, some feel for the zone. T1556, 1556 average rpm.
CH: 66-66 mph. Downer action, plays at the bottom of the zone. T955, 955 average rpm.
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 6-2, 150-pounds. High-waisted, trim build.
Hit: RHH. Tall, upright setup, long stride that gets down early. Strong, quick hands, flat path, long through the zone, looks to use the whole field.
Power: 85 max exit velocity, averaged 76.6 mph. 252’ max distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 81 mph. Easy life out of the hand with carry, 3/4 release.
Defense: Attacks the baseball, plays through it with intent.
Run: 7.28 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Controlled, medium leg kick into coiled balance point, tall and fall delivery.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T77, 74-77 mph. Showed control out of the windup, slight arm side run. T1628, 1523 average rpm.
CB: 64-66 mph. Gradual action, 12/6 shape, occasional depth. T1787, 1697 average rpm.
CH: 69-70 mph. Fastball arm speed, late fade and sink. T1174, 1102 average rpm.
Jay Baird (N/A), Quincy Fulton (Newton), Kameron Cox (Lyons Township) and Gavin Jones (Bishop McNamara) are a few 2028s that showed well and should be names to watch in the coming years.
Positional Profile: 3B
Body: 6-0, 145-pounds. Tall, athletic build with room to fill out.
Hit: RHH. Stock setup, small leg lift, barrel tip with load, creates separation. Advanced bat-speed and feel to hit, flat path with extension.
Power: 83 max exit velocity, averaged 71.8 mph. 307’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 71 mph. Long arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Secures the baseball into body, clean release.
Run: 7.41 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Controlled tempo, high leg kick into a tall and fall delivery, in-line finish towards home.
Arm Action: RH. Full arm action, into a 3/4 slot.
FB: T74, 70-73 mph. Jumps out of the hand with depth. T1616, 1477 average rpm.
CB: 60-62 mph. Tight break, some sweep, flashes 10/4 shape. T1737, 1680 average rpm.
CH: 63-64 mph. Slows down arm, similar profile to the fastball. T1191, 1088 average rpm.