20.7
Hand Speed (max)
10/22/22
CLASS OF 2026
OF
RHP
Nathan
Butler
Powhatan (HS) • VA
5' 9" • 153LBS
R/R • 16yr 7mo
Travel Team: Virginia Cardinals 2026
5' 9" • 153LBS
R/R • 16yr 7mo
Travel Team: Virginia Cardinals 2026
Rankings
2026 National
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Best Of Stats
67.2
Bat Speed (max)
7/26/22
10
Rot. Acc (max)
7/26/22
-
Hard Hit %
87.3
Exit Velocity (max)
10/22/22
79.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
10/22/22
308
Distance (max)
10/22/22
80
Sweet Spot %
6/04/23
7.32
60
6/04/23
4.09
30-yd
11/05/22
1.78
10-yd
11/05/22
18.3
Run speed (max)
10/22/22
-
INF Velo
79
OF Velo
2/18/23
68
C Velo
6/16/22
2.25 - 2.37
Pop Time
6/16/22
Fastball
77
Velocity (max)
7/05/23
74 - 76
Velo Range
7/05/23
1643
Spin Rate (avg)
2/18/23
Changeup
69.8 - 71.3
Velo Range
6/04/23
1724
Spin Rate (avg)
6/04/23
Slider
71 - 71
Velo Range
7/05/23
2162
Spin Rate (avg)
2/18/23
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)
7.32
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).
4.22
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
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)
7.46
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.25 - 2.37
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher 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).
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.
11.7
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).
83.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
295
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.
26.4
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).
87.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
308
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
180
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
22.6
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: Virginia Cardinals
Jun 4, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
83.9
Exit Velocity (max)
79.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
203
Distance (avg)
295
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 VA/DC Preseason All-State Session III - RVA
Feb 18, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
82.7
Exit Velocity (max)
69.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
162
Distance (avg)
242
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 Mid-Atlantic State Games
Nov 5, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
83.6
Exit Velocity (max)
77.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
169
Distance (avg)
265
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Virginia Cardinals
Oct 22, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
87.3
Exit Velocity (max)
79.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
203
Distance (avg)
308
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 26, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
87.1
Exit Velocity (max)
76.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
169
Distance (avg)
298
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.
19.8
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.
66.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.8
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.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.7
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.
67.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
64.2
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 VA/DC Preseason All-State Session III - RVA
Feb 18, 2023
Blast - Hitting
19.8
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
66.0
Bat Speed (max)
63.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 Mid-Atlantic State Games
Nov 5, 2022
Blast - Hitting
20.2
Hand Speed (max)
19.1
Hand Speed (avg)
65.4
Bat Speed (max)
63.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Scout Day: Virginia Cardinals
Oct 22, 2022
Blast - Hitting
20.7
Hand Speed (max)
20.2
Hand Speed (avg)
65.4
Bat Speed (max)
63.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 26, 2022
Blast - Hitting
19.3
Hand Speed (max)
18.7
Hand Speed (avg)
67.2
Bat Speed (max)
65.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.4
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
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).
1622
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.
21.9
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).
70.2
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).
1629
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).
67.8
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).
2101
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).
75.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.5
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).
1595
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.
21.7
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).
70.6
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).
1471
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).
67.0
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).
1984
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).
Scout Day: Virginia Cardinals
Jun 4, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
75.4
Velocity (max)
73.6 - 74.9
Velo Range
73.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,693
Spin Rate (max)
1,594
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
69.0
Velocity (max)
68.5 - 69.0
Velo Range
67.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,127
Spin Rate (max)
2,060
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
71.3
Velocity (max)
69.8 - 71.3
Velo Range
69.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,775
Spin Rate (max)
1,724
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2023 VA/DC Preseason All-State Session III - RVA
Feb 18, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
74.7
Velocity (max)
73.3 - 74.6
Velo Range
70.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,740
Spin Rate (max)
1,643
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
66.7
Velocity (max)
65.6 - 66.7
Velo Range
63.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,181
Spin Rate (max)
2,162
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
70.1
Velocity (max)
69.8 - 70.1
Velo Range
67.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,538
Spin Rate (max)
1,534
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2022 Mid-Atlantic State Games
Nov 5, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
75.2
Velocity (max)
72.4 - 74.6
Velo Range
71.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,789
Spin Rate (max)
1,595
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
67.3
Velocity (max)
66.8 - 67.2
Velo Range
63.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,045
Spin Rate (max)
1,984
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
70.9
Velocity (max)
70.2 - 70.9
Velo Range
68.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,654
Spin Rate (max)
1,471
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Scout Day: Virginia Cardinals
Oct 22, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
75.1
Velocity (max)
71.1 - 75.1
Velo Range
70.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,920
Spin Rate (max)
1,686
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
68.7
Velocity (max)
65.4 - 68.6
Velo Range
63.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,258
Spin Rate (max)
2,105
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2023
2022
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
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
Pitching Velos
2023
2022
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)
74.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.2
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.8
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)
72.7
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.3
Game Performance
2024
2023
2022
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.78
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.09
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.32
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.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.87
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.22
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.32
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.
1.76
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.09
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.45
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.
2022 Mid-Atlantic State Games
Nov 5, 2022
Swift
1.78
10-yd
4.09
30-yd
7.46
60-yd
18.2
Run speed (max)
0.92
RSi (max)
0.93
RSi (avg)
1,142
Jump Power (max)
23.9
Jump Height (max)
23.9
Jump Height (avg)
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 26, 2022
Swift
1.76
10-yd
4.09
30-yd
7.45
60-yd
18.3
Run speed (max)
8.1
Run Speed (avg)
0.98
RSi (max)
0.98
RSi (avg)
1,132
Jump Power (max)
23.7
Jump Height (max)
14.5
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2022
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
71.16
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
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- Mid-Atlantic State Games: Underclass Quick Hits Part III - Nov 11, 2022
- JFG Team Mid-Atlantic: Day 2 Recap - Jul 29, 2022
- JFG Team Mid-Atlantic: Day 1 Highlights - Jul 28, 2022
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Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-9, 150-pounds. Slim athletic frame.
Delivery: Stretch only with some effort. Clean finish.
Arm Action: RH. Short arm action from 3/4 slot.
FB: T75, 72-75 mph. Fastball has arm side run. T1789, 1595 average rpm.
SL: 67-67 mph. Slider has tight spin. T2045, 1984 average rpm.
CH: 70-71 mph. Changeup shows great fade. T1654, 1471 average rpm.
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-9, 150-pounds. Slim athletic frame.
Hits: RHH. Balanced, wide set up. Quick, simple load with level barrel path.
Power: 84 max exit velocity, averaged 77.5 MPH. 265' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-75 mph. Short, compact arm action.
Defense: Soft hands, fluid exchange.
Run: 7.46 runner in the 60.
Vizual Edge: 71.16 Edge Score