The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.37
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
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.
12.9
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.61
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
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.
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.
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.
88.07
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.
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.
Arm Speed
The maximum speed, in the direction of home plate, that the wrist is traveling. Measured in meters per second (m/s)
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.
3B/RHP Kaileb Hackman (Normal Community, 2024) had one of the more productive three games at the plate for Team 2. Hackman has a 6-foot-1, 190-pound, muscle-bound frame and plenty of bat strength in his right-handed swing, highlighted by a 93.3 mph max exit velocity and 339 feet max distance. He also was on the sweet spot 58% of the time in BP and finished game play 2-for-7 with a walk, RBI and run scored.
2/27/22
Positional Profile: RHP Body: 6-0, 205-pounds. Delivery: Repeats delivery, simple/efficient movement pattern downhill, slight drop/drive lower-half, remains in-line to the plate. Arm Action: RH. Full arm circle, above average arm speed. FB: T82.4, 81.1-82.4 mph. Slight arm side run, above average fastball for age. T1989, 1908 average rpm. CB: 64.6-65.4 mph. 12/6 shape, advanced curveball action, played with spin and depth. T2494, 2349 average rpm. CH: 70.7-73.8 mph. Slight deceleration, creates sink. T1484, 1441 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 3B Hit: RHH. Athletic base, knee-knocks into a long stride. Strong hands with bat strength, level path through the zone, one-handed finish. Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 84.7 mph. 318’ max distance. Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Short/clean arm that plays into a 3/4 slot, carries out of the hand with life. Defense: Fields out front, clean exchange, clean footwork, moves athletically through the ball. Run: 7.37 runner in the 60.
2/27/22
2024 RHP Kaileb Hackman (Normal Community) showed some upside with a sturdy 6-foot, 205-pound frame. Hackman flashed an above average curveball with spin (2349 average rpm) and depth (-11.7 average inches of vertical break) that played on a 12/6 plane. He’s got an above average fastball as well that sat 81-82 mph.
8/04/21
Positional Profile: INF/RHP Body: 6-0, 205-pounds. Delivery: Stretch only with some effort, starts open, level shoulders, works in line with home. Arm Action: RH. Clean, long arm action, high 3/4 slot. FB: T80.63, 78.5-80.4 mph. Mostly straight, cuts at times. T1863, 1768 average rpm. CB: 62.7-63.9 mph. 12/6 break with depth at times. T2148, 2109 average rpm. CH: 69.82-73.22 mph. Late sinking action, maintains arm speed. T1378, 1335 average rpm.
Hit: RHH. Balance stance, hands rested, smooth arm bar load, short stride. Aggressive, compact swing, ball jumps off the bat at times, hits the ball where it's pitched. Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 85.4 mph. 322’ max distance. Arm: RH. INF - 78 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot. Defense: Fluid footwork, clean actions, steady hands, clean transfer. Run: 7.61 runner in the 60.
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3B/RHP Kaileb Hackman (Normal Community, 2024) had one of the more productive three games at the plate for Team 2. Hackman has a 6-foot-1, 190-pound, muscle-bound frame and plenty of bat strength in his right-handed swing, highlighted by a 93.3 mph max exit velocity and 339 feet max distance. He also was on the sweet spot 58% of the time in BP and finished game play 2-for-7 with a walk, RBI and run scored.
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-0, 205-pounds.
Delivery: Repeats delivery, simple/efficient movement pattern downhill, slight drop/drive lower-half, remains in-line to the plate.
Arm Action: RH. Full arm circle, above average arm speed.
FB: T82.4, 81.1-82.4 mph. Slight arm side run, above average fastball for age. T1989, 1908 average rpm.
CB: 64.6-65.4 mph. 12/6 shape, advanced curveball action, played with spin and depth. T2494, 2349 average rpm.
CH: 70.7-73.8 mph. Slight deceleration, creates sink. T1484, 1441 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 3B
Hit: RHH. Athletic base, knee-knocks into a long stride. Strong hands with bat strength, level path through the zone, one-handed finish.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 84.7 mph. 318’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Short/clean arm that plays into a 3/4 slot, carries out of the hand with life.
Defense: Fields out front, clean exchange, clean footwork, moves athletically through the ball.
Run: 7.37 runner in the 60.
2024 RHP Kaileb Hackman (Normal Community) showed some upside with a sturdy 6-foot, 205-pound frame. Hackman flashed an above average curveball with spin (2349 average rpm) and depth (-11.7 average inches of vertical break) that played on a 12/6 plane. He’s got an above average fastball as well that sat 81-82 mph.
Positional Profile: INF/RHP
Body: 6-0, 205-pounds.
Delivery: Stretch only with some effort, starts open, level shoulders, works in line with home.
Arm Action: RH. Clean, long arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T80.63, 78.5-80.4 mph. Mostly straight, cuts at times. T1863, 1768 average rpm.
CB: 62.7-63.9 mph. 12/6 break with depth at times. T2148, 2109 average rpm.
CH: 69.82-73.22 mph. Late sinking action, maintains arm speed. T1378, 1335 average rpm.
Hit: RHH. Balance stance, hands rested, smooth arm bar load, short stride. Aggressive, compact swing, ball jumps off the bat at times, hits the ball where it's pitched.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 85.4 mph. 322’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 78 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Fluid footwork, clean actions, steady hands, clean transfer.
Run: 7.61 runner in the 60.