23
Hand Speed (max)
1/30/22
CLASS OF 2023
2B
SS
Sam
Pollack
Aquinas College
Northview (HS) • MI
5' 11" • 170LBS
R/R • 19yr 10mo
Travel Team: Forest Hills Tigers
Northview (HS) • MI
5' 11" • 170LBS
R/R • 19yr 10mo
Travel Team: Forest Hills Tigers
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
65.2
Bat Speed (max)
1/30/22
20.4
Rot. Acc (max)
7/13/21
-
Hard Hit %
84.1
Exit Velocity (max)
1/30/22
78.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
7/19/22
266
Distance (max)
7/19/22
70
Sweet Spot %
7/13/21
7.86
60
7/19/22
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
83
INF Velo
7/19/22
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
81
Velocity (max)
7/06/23
78 - 81
Velo Range
7/06/23
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Changeup
68 - 70
Velo Range
6/22/23
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Curveball
65 - 71
Velo Range
6/22/23
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Positional Tools
2022
2021
2020
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.86
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
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.
10.7
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.93
Home to First
The athlete's fastest home-to-first time in the given event year. Measured from bat-on-ball to foot-on-bag, in seconds (s).
4.98
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.
10.2
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.53
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.0
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.
8.8
Hitting
2022
2021
2020
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
266
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
146
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
19.7
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).
80.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
262
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
182
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
16.1
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).
75.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
67.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
216
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
199
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
29.0
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.
2022 Michigan Unsigned Senior Games (Invite Only)
Jul 19, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
82.5
Exit Velocity (max)
78.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
141
Distance (avg)
266
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 Western Michigan Preseason All-State (Invite Only)
Jan 30, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
84.1
Exit Velocity (max)
75.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
150
Distance (avg)
225
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Western Michigan Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jul 13, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
80.8
Exit Velocity (max)
76.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
189
Distance (avg)
262
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Eastern Michigan Preseason All-State (Invite Only)
Feb 14, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
79.7
Exit Velocity (max)
74.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
167
Distance (avg)
258
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2020 Western MI Underclass Trials
Jul 22, 2020
Trackman - Hitting
75.1
Exit Velocity (max)
67.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
199
Distance (avg)
216
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Hitting
2022
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
65.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
59.9
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.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
60.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
57.5
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.
2022 Western Michigan Preseason All-State (Invite Only)
Jan 30, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.0
Hand Speed (max)
21.9
Hand Speed (avg)
65.2
Bat Speed (max)
59.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 Western Michigan Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jul 13, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.9
Hand Speed (max)
20.1
Hand Speed (avg)
60.2
Bat Speed (max)
57.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 Eastern Michigan Preseason All-State (Invite Only)
Feb 14, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.2
Hand Speed (max)
19.8
Hand Speed (avg)
59.8
Bat Speed (max)
57.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2023
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.2
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)
68.0
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)
78.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
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
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Results From 2022 Michigan Unsigned Senior Games - Jul 20, 2022
- 2022 Western Michigan Preseason All-State Showcase - Quick Hits - Feb 2, 2022
- Results From 2022 Western Michigan Preseason All-State Showcase - Jan 31, 2022
- On Deck Preview: 2022 Western Michigan Preseason All-State Showcase - Jan 13, 2022
- Results From 2021 Western Michigan Prospect Games - Jul 14, 2021
- Results From 2021 Eastern Michigan Preseason All-State - Feb 15, 2021
- 2020 Western Michigan Underclass Trials - Advanced Metrics w/Trackman and Blast Tech - Jul 27, 2020
- Results From 2020 Western MI Underclass Trials - Jul 23, 2020
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Sam Pollack: 2B/SS, (2023) Northview, MI. 5-foot-11, 170-pound. Projectable at the plate, Pollack had a max exit velocity of 82 mph. Started in a closed stance with a quick load, then used a quick stride. Had a simple swing plane, present bat speed and high finish. Barreled up some balls with some loud contact. Pull side approach. Solid while in the infield, made throws up to 83 mph; had sure hands, choppy consistent footwork, and a clean exchange. When fielding he gathers the ball out front. Clocked a time of 7.86 in the 60-yard dash. (Max spin ; Avg ).
Player Spotlight
Sam Pollack: 2B/SS, (2023) Northview, MI. 5-foot-11, 155-pound. Projectable at the plate, Pollack's best exit velocity was 84 mph. (59.9 mph bat speed average). (21.9 mph hand speed average). Begins in a crouched balanced stance with a low load, then uses a toe tap stride. Has present quick bat speed and rotational swing plane. He barreled up some balls with a lot of loud contact. Base hit approach. While in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 80 mph; had consistent footwork, sure hands, and a clean exchange. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball one hand. During the event, clocked a 60 time of 7.88. (Max spin ; Avg ).
Scout Evaluation
Sam Pollack, Northview, 2023, MI
Position: 2B/SS
Body: 5-foot-11, 155-pound.
Hit: (RHH) Projectable. Starts in a crouched balanced stance with a low load, then uses a toe tap stride. Present quick bat speed. Rotational swing. Base hit approach.
Power: 84 mph exit velocity, average 75.0 mph. 59.9 mph bat speed average. 21.9 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (IF) Sure hands, consistent footwork, clean exchange. Fields the ball one hand, movements laterally were athletic.
Arm: 80 mph infield velocity.
Speed: 7.88 (60-yard).
Player Spotlight
Sam Pollack: 2B/3B, (2023) Northview, MI. 5-foot-10, 150-pound. Capable during batting practice, the right-handed hitter clocked an exit velocity of 80 mph. Bat speed was some, displayed an uphill swing plane and high finish. Had some loud contact and found a couple of barrels. Pull side approach. While in the infield, recorded position velocities up to 78 mph.
Scout Evaluation
Sam Pollack, Northview, 2023, MI
Position: 2B/3B
Body: 5-foot-10, 150-pound .
Hit: (RHH) Some bat speed. High finish, uphill swing. Pull side approach.
Power: 80 mph exit velocity, average 74.19 mph. 57.91 mph bat speed average. 19.80 mph hand speed average.
Arm: 78 mph infield velocity.