24.5
Hand Speed (max)
2/14/21
CLASS OF 2023
SS
RHP
Alex
Laird
Bowling Green State
Glenoak (HS) • OH
6' 3" • 185LBS
R/R • 19yr 7mo
Travel Team: T3 Warhawks
Glenoak (HS) • OH
6' 3" • 185LBS
R/R • 19yr 7mo
Travel Team: T3 Warhawks
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
72.1
Bat Speed (max)
2/14/21
26.3
Rot. Acc (max)
2/14/21
-
Hard Hit %
85.2
Exit Velocity (max)
2/12/22
75.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
6/08/21
306
Distance (max)
2/12/22
76
Sweet Spot %
2/12/22
6.41
60
2/11/23
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
92
INF Velo
2/11/23
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
88
Velocity (max)
7/07/22
84 - 88
Velo Range
7/07/22
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Curveball
71 - 74
Velo Range
7/07/22
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Positional Tools
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.41
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.68
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.0
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.
12.8
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.90
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
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.
12.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.39
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.0
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.
9.6
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.38
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.
9.2
Hitting
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
306
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
183
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.4
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).
82.6
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
288
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
133
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.9
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.
Scout Day: T3 Warhawks 2.12-2.13
Feb 12, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
85.2
Exit Velocity (max)
74.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
183
Distance (avg)
306
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Ohio Top Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 8, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
82.6
Exit Velocity (max)
75.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
129
Distance (avg)
288
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Lake Erie Warhawks 2.14.21
Feb 14, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
82.5
Exit Velocity (max)
73.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
150
Distance (avg)
285
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2022
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
22.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
66.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.4
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.
24.5
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.
72.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.1
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.
Scout Day: T3 Warhawks 2.12-2.13
Feb 12, 2022
Blast - Hitting
22.0
Hand Speed (max)
20.6
Hand Speed (avg)
66.1
Bat Speed (max)
63.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 Ohio Top Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 8, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.5
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
68.0
Bat Speed (max)
65.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Scout Day: Lake Erie Warhawks 2.14.21
Feb 14, 2021
Blast - Hitting
24.5
Hand Speed (max)
20.4
Hand Speed (avg)
72.1
Bat Speed (max)
66.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2022
2021
2020
2019
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
86.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
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
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
61.0
Game Performance
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
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- 2023 Ohio ProCase: Trackman Analytics - Pitching Leaderboard - Feb 13, 2023
- 2023 Ohio ProCase Advanced Metrics: Hitting/Speed Leaderboard - Feb 13, 2023
- Results From 2023 Ohio ProCase - Feb 12, 2023
- Laird Looking Forward To Being Part Of BG Program - Mar 7, 2022
- 2022 Scout Day: T3 Warhawks - Quick Hits - Feb 28, 2022
- 2022 Organizational Spotlight: T3 Warhawks - Feb 18, 2022
- Results From 2022 Scout Day: T3 Warhawks - Feb 14, 2022
- Results From 2021 Ohio Top Prospect Games - Jun 10, 2021
- 2021 Ohio Top Prospect Games - Advanced Analytics: The Arms - Jun 10, 2021
- 2021 Ohio Top Prospect Games - Advanced Analytics: The Bats - Jun 10, 2021
- 2021 Scout Day: Lake Erie Warhawks - Quick Hits - Mar 2, 2021
- Results From 2021 Scout Day: Lake Erie Warhawks - Feb 16, 2021
- 2020 Scout Day: Lake Erie Warhawks - Complete Evaluations - Feb 15, 2020
- 2020 Scout Day: Lake Erie Warhawks - Quick Hits - Feb 7, 2020
- 2020 Scout Day: Lake Erie Warhawks - Advanced Hitting/Pitching Metrics - Feb 5, 2020
- Results from 2020 Scout Day: Lake Erie Warhawks - Feb 3, 2020
- 2019 Northern Ohio Fall Limited Series - Scout Blog - Sep 13, 2019
- 2019 Northern Ohio Fall Limited Series - Pitching Velocities - Sep 12, 2019
- 2019 Northern Ohio Fall Limited Series - Quick Hits - Sep 12, 2019
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Alex Laird: SS/2B, (2023) Glen Oak, OH. Bowling Green State Commit, 6-foot-2, 170-pound. At the plate, Laird had a max exit velocity of 85 mph. (63.4 mph bat speed average). (20.6 mph hand speed average). Began in a balanced quiet stance with a compact load, then used a controlled quick stride. Has quick bat speed, simple loose swing plane and high finish. Solid in the infield, had a live arm with throws that topped out at 90 mph; had soft hands, a natural exchange, and consistent footwork. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Had a high ¾ slot and a loose arm action. Performed well in the 60-yard dash, clocking a speedy time of 6.68.
Alex Laird: SS/2B, (2023) Glen Oak, OH. 6-foot, 160-pound. Capable at the plate, Laird had an exit velocity of 92 mph. Started in an athletic open stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. He barreled up multiple balls. Line drive approach. Solid in the infield, his best throw was recorded at 81 mph; showed a fluid exchange, athletic quick feet, and soft hands. Fields the ball out front. During the event, ran the 60-yard dash in 7.1.
Alex Laird: SS/2B, (2023) Glen Oak, OH. 6-foot, 155-pound lean frame. During batting practice, the right-handed hitter's best exit velocity was 83 mph. Begins in an athletic stance with a quick load, then uses a controlled stride. Bat speed was efficient, displayed a flat swing plane and high finish. Solid in the infield, had a live arm with throws that topped out at 85 mph; shows a quick natural exchange, consistent feet, and soft hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Had a quick arm action and a high ¾ slot. Established speed as one of his strengths with an efficient 60 time of 6.9.
2/2/20 Position Player
Hit:Smooth mover in the box with a level, compact stroke. Quicker than he is physical with the bat but very early in his development. Impressive barrel accuracy, squaring up everything in BP.
Power: Line drive with more to come.
Offensive Projection: Table Setter.
Field: Athletic look to him. Actions are there and he has feel for his body. Appears to be an above average defender for class.
Throw: Loose, clean arm with more mphs to come.
Defensive Projection:MIF look to him.