20.4
Hand Speed (max)
1/29/23
CLASS OF 2024
SS
RHP
Elijah
Yarnell
Home School (HS) • OH
6' 0" • 150LBS
R/R • 17yr 11mo
Travel Team: Cincinnati Riverbats
6' 0" • 150LBS
R/R • 17yr 11mo
Travel Team: Cincinnati Riverbats
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Best Of Stats
71.9
Bat Speed (max)
2/20/21
12.8
Rot. Acc (max)
1/29/23
-
Hard Hit %
88.8
Exit Velocity (max)
1/29/23
84
Exit Velocity (avg)
1/29/23
325
Distance (max)
1/29/23
57
Sweet Spot %
1/29/23
7.27
60
1/29/23
4
30-yd
1/29/23
1.76
10-yd
1/29/23
18.8
Run speed (max)
1/29/23
78
INF Velo
1/29/23
81
OF Velo
1/29/23
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
78
Velocity (max)
6/17/21
74 - 78
Velo Range
6/17/21
2044
Spin Rate (avg)
2/06/22
Changeup
69.8 - 72.1
Velo Range
2/20/21
1481
Spin Rate (avg)
2/20/21
Curveball
64 - 67
Velo Range
6/17/21
2083
Spin Rate (avg)
2/06/22
Slider
65 - 66
Velo Range
2/06/22
1521
Spin Rate (avg)
2/06/22
Positional Tools
2023
2022
2021
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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
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.41
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield 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.
11.9
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Hitting
2023
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
325
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
223
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
26.2
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).
87.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
231
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.
18.3
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).
80.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
205
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
148
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
28.1
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.
Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats 1.29.23
Jan 29, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
88.8
Exit Velocity (max)
84.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
223
Distance (avg)
325
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats 2.6.22
Feb 6, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
87.9
Exit Velocity (max)
74.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
134
Distance (avg)
231
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats 2.20.21
Feb 20, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
80.5
Exit Velocity (max)
68.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
148
Distance (avg)
205
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.4
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.3
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.8
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.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
19.7
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.
71.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.8
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: Cincinnati Riverbats 1.29.23
Jan 29, 2023
Blast - Hitting
20.4
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
68.8
Bat Speed (max)
66.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats 2.20.21
Feb 20, 2021
Blast - Hitting
19.7
Hand Speed (max)
19.0
Hand Speed (avg)
71.9
Bat Speed (max)
66.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.7
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).
2044
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.
27.0
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).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.7
Curveball
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).
2083
Curveball
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).
65.2
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).
1521
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.3
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.7
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).
1914
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.
26.0
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).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
62.0
Curveball
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).
1833
Curveball
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).
71.0
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).
1481
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).
Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats 2.6.22
Feb 6, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
76.7
Velocity (max)
75.0 - 76.5
Velo Range
77.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,152
Spin Rate (max)
2,044
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Curveball
67.0
Velocity (max)
66.4 - 67.0
Velo Range
66.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,141
Spin Rate (max)
2,083
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
65.7
Velocity (max)
64.7 - 65.7
Velo Range
65.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,031
Spin Rate (max)
1,521
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats 2.20.21
Feb 20, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
74.3
Velocity (max)
73.3 - 74.0
Velo Range
73.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,002
Spin Rate (max)
1,914
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
64.3
Velocity (max)
59.5 - 64.3
Velo Range
60.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,925
Spin Rate (max)
1,833
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
72.1
Velocity (max)
69.8 - 72.1
Velo Range
69.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,552
Spin Rate (max)
1,481
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2021
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.
Pitching Velos
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.5
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
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.5
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)
76.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.5
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.76
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.00
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.27
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.76
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.00
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.27
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats 1.29.23
Jan 29, 2023
Swift
1.76
10-yd
4.00
30-yd
7.27
60-yd
18.8
Run speed (max)
2.54
RSi (max)
2.54
RSi (avg)
1,210
Jump Power (max)
25.2
Jump Height (max)
25.2
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- 2023 Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats - Quick Hits - Feb 7, 2023
- 2023 Cincinnati Riverbats Advanced Metrics: Trackman Analytics - Pitching Leaderboard - Jan 30, 2023
- 2023 Cincinnati Riverbats Advanced Metrics: Hitting/Speed Leaderboard - Jan 30, 2023
- Results From 2023 Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats - Jan 29, 2023
- 2022 Organizational Spotlight: Cincinnati Riverbats - Feb 18, 2022
- 2022 Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats - Quick Hits - Feb 16, 2022
- Results From 2022 Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats - Feb 7, 2022
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- Results From 2021 Scout Day: Cincinnati Riverbats - Feb 21, 2021
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Elijah Yarnell: SS/RHP, (2024) Home School, OH. 6-foot, 150-pound. (66.1 mph bat speed average). (19.3 mph hand speed average). Begins in an athletic quiet stance with a compact load, then uses a small leg kick. Bat speed is efficient, uses a level swing plane and balanced finish. Solid while in the infield, registered his best throw across the diamond at 78 mph; had consistent footwork, a natural exchange, and soft hands. Solid from the outfield, he made throws to the infield at velocities up to 81 mph; showed sure hands, consistent feet, and a natural exchange. Fielded the ball out front with athletic movement laterally. Had a high ¾ slot with a loose arm action.
Elijah Yarnell: SS/RHP, (2024) Home School, OH. 6-foot, 150-pound. (66.1 mph bat speed average). (19.3 mph hand speed average). Starts in an athletic quiet stance with a compact load, then uses a small leg kick. Bat speed was efficient, had a level swing plane and balanced finish. Solid in the infield, recorded a position velocity of 78 mph; showed consistent feet, a natural exchange, and soft hands. Solid in the outfield, his best throw of the day was clocked at 81 mph; showed consistent feet, a natural exchange, and sure hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Had a high ¾ slot with a loose arm action.
Elijah Yarnell: SS/RHP, (2024) Home School, OH. 5-foot-10, 133-pound. In the box, the right-handed hitter recorded an exit velocity of 88 mph. Starts in a balanced athletic stance with a quick load, then uses a controlled stride. Bat speed was quick, showed a short simple swing plane and good extension on his finish. Solid in the infield, displayed a velocity of 75 mph; had consistent footwork, a natural exchange, and firm hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Showed a quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. Clocked a 60 time of 7.41 at the event. On the mound, used a high ¾ arm angle with a loose arm action while showing consistent arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses easy effort. Produced a fastball that came in at 76-77 mph. Has slight running action. (Max spin 2151; Avg 2043). Shows a 11/5 curveball (61-62) with slurvey action. (Max spin 2140; Avg 2082). His 10/4 slider (65-66) had slight late action. (Max spin 2031; Avg 1521).
5-foot-10, 133-pound. Solid in the box, the right-handed hitter clocked an exit velocity of 81 mph. Starts in an open stance with a controlled load, then uses a short stride. Bat speed is efficient and uses a level rotational swing plane. Barreled up some balls during his round. Line drive approach. Solid while in the infield, made throws up to 68 mph; had average footwork, a natural exchange, and consistent hands. Solid in the outfield, his throws to the bases were maxed out at 75 mph; showed athletic feet, a natural exchange, and consistent hands.