CLASS OF 2028

Landen Hays, Olathe Northwest (KS), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/LHP
Body: 5-9, 200-pounds. Physical build.
Hit: LHH. Tall open setup with a balanced base, weiht sitting on back side, and active hands. Uses a short leg lift trigger working back to even and gaining some ground forward. Short flat path through the zone, mostly barrels, power present. 69.3 mph bat speed with 5 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 max exit velocity, averaged 90.2 mph. 221' max distance.
Arm: LH. OF-91 mph. Moderate stroke from a 3/4 slot.
Defense: Calculated actions defensively.
ATH: 1.74 and 4.03 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 23.90 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 74.62 Edge Score

2/08/26

OF Landen Hays (Olathe Northwest, 2028) is a follow left-handed bat coming out of Sunday’s event. A twitchy, high-motor athlete at 5-foot-9, 200 pounds, Hays stayed on the barrel throughout BP, spraying line drives to the pull side with a more polished swing than we’ve seen in previous looks. He barreled his best ball at 97 mph, averaging 90.2 mph per batted ball. Hays also showed athletic actions in the outfield, pairing that with a 91 mph arm, the second-best mark of the day. The Olathe Northwest product looks poised for a big spring.

6/17/25

One of the top overall athletes in Kansas’ 2028 class, OF/LHP Landen Hays (Olathe Northwest) delivered a well-rounded and impactful showing in this look. A twitchy, high-motor multi-sport standout, Hays consistently found the barrel from the left side during BP, spraying line drives to all fields with a peak exit velocity of 93.1 mph and a swing that’s already proven capable against quality arms. His athleticism and energy translate seamlessly to the outfield, where he moves with ease and flashed a strong 89 mph arm. With a fast-twitch profile and advanced feel for the game, Hays continues to establish himself as one of the premier names in Kansas’ 2028 class.

6/17/25

Landen Hays, Olathe Northwest (KS), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/LHP
Body: 5-9, 171-pounds. Physical build.
Hit: LHH. Tall slightly open setup with a wide base, weight centered, and soft movement in hands. Uses a short leg lift trigger working back to even and gaining ground forward. Long flat path through the zone, mostly barrels, power present. 69.9 mph bat speed with 5 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 79.8 mph. 348' max distance.
Arm: LH. OF-89 mph. Moderate stroke from a 3/4 slot.
Defense: Confident athletic actions defensively.
ATH: 7.17 runner in the 60. 1.66 and 3.96 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 25.10 max vertical.

6/11/24

Landen Hays, Olathe Northwest (KS), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/LHP Follow in the KS 2028 class.
Body: 5-9, 158-pounds. Lean frame with present athleticism.
Delivery: Stretch delivery. Open front side when coming set. Repeatable tempo. Works downhill with momentum with a strong lead leg and some extension. Finishes square to home.
Arm Action: LH. Short 3/4 arm action. Clean release, showing arm speed.
FB: T81, 78-81 mph. Arm-side run. T1926, 1836 average rpm.
SL: 67-69 mph. Small cut action. Developing spin. T2090, 1807 average rpm.
ATH: 7.22 runner in the 60. 27.80 max vertical.

6/11/24

Landen Hays, Olathe Northwest (KS), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/LHP Follow in the KS 2028 class.
Body: 5-9, 158-pounds. Lean frame with present athleticism.
Hit: LHH. Upright, narrow setup. Pre-pitch rhythm in his hands. Quick leg lift load and medium stride. Balanced finish. Slight uphill swing path. Mid/pull approach flashing bat speed and pull side power. 66.6 mph bat speed with 6 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 88 max exit velocity, averaged 78.0 mph. 330' max distance.
Arm: LH. OF-83 mph. Short OT arm action with carry and accuracy.
Defense: Fluid defender in the OF. Quick feet, soft hands, quick release.
ATH: 7.22 runner in the 60. 27.80 max vertical.

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