21.2
Hand Speed (max)
7/06/22
CLASS OF 2024
C
RHP
Cruz
Halter
Hudson (HS) • OH
5' 9" • 154LBS
R/R • 19yr 1mo
Travel Team: Midwest Stars 18u
5' 9" • 154LBS
R/R • 19yr 1mo
Travel Team: Midwest Stars 18u
Rankings
2024 National
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Best Of Stats
68.3
Bat Speed (max)
7/06/22
18.8
Rot. Acc (max)
7/06/22
-
Hard Hit %
86.7
Exit Velocity (max)
11/18/23
80.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
11/18/23
271
Distance (max)
6/27/23
71
Sweet Spot %
6/27/23
7.38
60
11/18/23
-
30-yd
1.73
10-yd
7/06/22
18.1
Run speed (max)
7/06/22
-
INF Velo
-
OF Velo
75
C Velo
11/18/23
1.90 - 1.99
Pop Time
6/27/23
Fastball
79
Velocity (max)
6/27/23
73.6 - 78.9
Velo Range
6/27/23
1841
Spin Rate (avg)
6/27/23
Changeup
69.2 - 71.1
Velo Range
6/27/23
1446
Spin Rate (avg)
6/27/23
Slider
64.7 - 66.4
Velo Range
6/27/23
2074
Spin Rate (avg)
6/27/23
Positional Tools
2023
2022
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.52
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
1.90 - 2.00
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
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.
11.5
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.39
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.00 - 2.18
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher 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.
10.5
Hitting
2023
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.7
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).
271
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
144
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
14.9
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.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
226
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
134
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
28.4
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.
2023 Ohio Unsigned Senior Showcase (Charity Event)
Nov 18, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
86.7
Exit Velocity (max)
80.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
83
Distance (avg)
241
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
2023 Northern Ohio Prospect Showcase
Jun 27, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
80.3
Exit Velocity (max)
72.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
214
Distance (avg)
271
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
2022 Buckeye Elite Showcase (Invite Only)
Jul 6, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
77.3
Exit Velocity (max)
66.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
134
Distance (avg)
226
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
2022
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
64.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
59.4
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.
21.2
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.
68.3
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.9
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.
2023 Ohio Unsigned Senior Showcase (Charity Event)
Nov 18, 2023
Blast - Hitting
20.0
Hand Speed (max)
19.5
Hand Speed (avg)
64.4
Bat Speed (max)
60.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 Northern Ohio Prospect Showcase
Jun 27, 2023
Blast - Hitting
19.9
Hand Speed (max)
18.6
Hand Speed (avg)
61.1
Bat Speed (max)
58.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 Buckeye Elite Showcase (Invite Only)
Jul 6, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.2
Hand Speed (max)
19.9
Hand Speed (avg)
68.3
Bat Speed (max)
63.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
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).
76.2
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).
1841
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.
24.1
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.1
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).
1446
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).
65.6
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).
2074
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).
2023 Northern Ohio Prospect Showcase
Jun 27, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
79.0
Velocity (max)
73.6 - 78.9
Velo Range
74.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,095
Spin Rate (max)
1,841
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
66.6
Velocity (max)
64.7 - 66.4
Velo Range
63.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,164
Spin Rate (max)
2,074
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
71.2
Velocity (max)
69.2 - 71.1
Velo Range
68.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,483
Spin Rate (max)
1,446
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2023
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
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Pitching Velos
Game Performance
2023
2022
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.38
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.73
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.39
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- 2023 Northern Ohio Prospect Showcase Advanced Metrics: Hitting Leaderboard - Jun 30, 2023
- 2023 Northern Ohio Prospect Showcase Advanced Metrics: Trackman Analytics - Pitching Leaderboard - Jun 30, 2023
- 2023 Northern Ohio Prospect Showcase - Quick Hits - Jun 30, 2023
- Results From 2023 Northern Ohio Prospect Showcase - Jun 28, 2023
- Results From 2022 Buckeye Elite Showcase - Jul 7, 2022
- 2022 Buckeye Elite Showcase - Quick Hits - Jul 7, 2022
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Cruz Halter: C/RHP, (2024) Hudson, OH. 5-foot-9, 145-pound. (58.5 mph bat speed average). (18.6 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed is efficient, displays a level swing plane and high finish. While catching, he made throws to second at velocities up to 74 mph; had sure hands, a fluid transfer, and consistent footwork. displayed his ability to control the run game with a pop time of 1.90-1.99. Some flexibility and quiet setup. Used a quick arm action with a high slot. In the 60-yard dash, he clocked a time of 7.52. On the mound, showed consistent arm speed with a short arm action and a high arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Has slight running action. (Max spin 2094; Avg 1841). Throws a 10/4 slider with late action. (Max spin 2163; Avg 2074).
Cruz Halter: C/RHP, (2024) Hudson, OH. 5-foot-9, 145-pound. (58.5 mph bat speed average). (18.6 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed is efficient, displays a level swing plane and high finish. While catching, he made throws to second at velocities up to 74 mph; had sure hands, a fluid transfer, and consistent footwork. displayed his ability to control the run game with a pop time of 1.90-1.99. Some flexibility and quiet setup. Used a quick arm action with a high slot. In the 60-yard dash, he clocked a time of 7.52. On the mound, showed consistent arm speed with a short arm action and a high arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Has slight running action. (Max spin 2094; Avg 1841). Throws a 10/4 slider with late action. (Max spin 2163; Avg 2074).
C/RHP, (2024) Hudson, OH. 5-foot-10, 145-pound athletic frame. Smooth during batting practice, the right-handed hitter had an exit velocity of 77 mph. (63.9 mph bat speed average). (19.9 mph hand speed average). Sets up in an open stance and used a toe tap stride. Bat speed was efficient, displayed a short level swing plane and level finish. Found multiple barrels with some loud contact. Gap to gap approach. Behind the plate, his best position velocity throwing to second was registered at 71 mph; had athletic smooth footwork, a quick transfer, and consistent twitchy hands. consistently had pop times of 2.00-2.18. A lot of flexibility and quiet setup. Had a short arm action and an-over-the-top slot with consistent accuracy to the base. Recorded a 60 time of 7.39 at the event.