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CLASS OF 2024

1B
LHP

Graham
Kasten

Concordia University (WI)
University School of Milwaukee (HS) • WI
6' 1" • 195LBS
L/L • 19yr 2mo
Travel Team: Milwaukee Baseball Academy

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Best Of Stats

Hitting
25.4
Hand Speed (max)
7/11/23
79
Bat Speed (max)
7/11/23
28.9
Rot. Acc (max)
6/22/22
60
Hard Hit %
7/11/23
Power
100.7
Exit Velocity (max)
7/11/23
92.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
7/11/23
369
Distance (max)
7/11/23
70
Sweet Spot %
7/11/23
Run
7.16
60
7/11/23
3.98
30-yd
7/11/23
1.69
10-yd
7/11/23
19.2
Run speed (max)
7/11/23
Defense
82
INF Velo
7/11/23
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Pitching

Fastball

82.4
Velocity (max)
3/18/23
79 - 82
Velo Range
3/18/23
2153
Spin Rate (avg)
6/22/22

Changeup

71 - 73
Velo Range
3/18/23
1543
Spin Rate (avg)
6/22/22

Curveball

65 - 68
Velo Range
6/22/22
1746
Spin Rate (avg)
6/22/22

Positional Tools

2023
2022
60 Yard Dash
7.16
Infield Velocity
82.0
Power / Speed Score
14.1
60 Yard Dash
7.63
Infield Velocity
78.0
Power / Speed Score
12.3
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jul 11, 2023
Position
7.16
60-yard
82
INF Velo
101
Exit Velo
Power Speed Score
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Position
7.49
60-yard
81
INF Velo
96
Exit Velo
Power Speed Score
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jul 12, 2022
Position
7.87
60-yard
77
INF Velo
94
Exit Velo
Power Speed Score
Underclass Open
Jun 22, 2022
Position
7.63
60-yard
78
INF Velo
94
Exit Velo
Power Speed Score

Hitting

2023
2022
Exit Velocity Max
100.7
Exit Velocity Avg
89.0
Distance Max
369
Distance Avg
288
Launch Angle Avg
26.4
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Exit Velocity Max
94.2
Exit Velocity Avg
86.3
Distance Max
353
Distance Avg
272
Launch Angle Avg
27.9
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jul 11, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
100.7
Exit Velocity (max)
92.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
280
Distance (avg)
369
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
95.8
Exit Velocity (max)
85.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
296
Distance (avg)
363
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jul 12, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
94.2
Exit Velocity (max)
87.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
272
Distance (avg)
344
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Underclass Open
Jun 22, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
93.7
Exit Velocity (max)
85.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
273
Distance (avg)
353
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %

Hitting

2023
2022
Hand Speed Max
25.4
Hand Speed Avg
23.6
Bat Speed Max
79.0
Bat Speed Avg
74.4
Rotational Acceleration Max
Rotational Acceleration Avg
On-Plane Efficiency Max
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
Hand Speed Max
25.2
Hand Speed Avg
23.7
Bat Speed Max
74.9
Bat Speed Avg
67.9
Rotational Acceleration Max
Rotational Acceleration Avg
On-Plane Efficiency Max
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jul 11, 2023
Blast - Hitting
25.4
Hand Speed (max)
23.8
Hand Speed (avg)
79.0
Bat Speed (max)
75.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Blast - Hitting
25.2
Hand Speed (max)
23.5
Hand Speed (avg)
78.0
Bat Speed (max)
74.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jul 12, 2022
Blast - Hitting
25.2
Hand Speed (max)
23.9
Hand Speed (avg)
72.0
Bat Speed (max)
67.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Underclass Open
Jun 22, 2022
Blast - Hitting
25.2
Hand Speed (max)
23.5
Hand Speed (avg)
74.9
Bat Speed (max)
68.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency

Pitching

2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
82.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
80.5
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
2003
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
24.9
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
Curveball
Velocity Avg
66.5
Curveball
Spin Rate Avg
1457
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
Changeup
Velocity Avg
71.7
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
1085
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
Fastball
Velocity Max
77.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
76.5
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
2153
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
28.1
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
Curveball
Velocity Avg
66.4
Curveball
Spin Rate Avg
1746
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
Changeup
Velocity Avg
71.4
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
1543
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
82.4
Velocity (max)
79.4 - 81.7
Velo Range
79.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,089
Spin Rate (max)
2,003
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
67.7
Velocity (max)
65.6 - 67.5
Velo Range
65.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,575
Spin Rate (max)
1,457
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
73.5
Velocity (max)
70.5 - 72.9
Velo Range
71.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,229
Spin Rate (max)
1,085
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Underclass Open
Jun 22, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
77.8
Velocity (max)
75.3 - 77.6
Velo Range
73.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,286
Spin Rate (max)
2,153
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
68.3
Velocity (max)
64.8 - 68.0
Velo Range
63.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,785
Spin Rate (max)
1,746
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
72.8
Velocity (max)
70.4 - 72.4
Velo Range
68.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,668
Spin Rate (max)
1,543
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %

Pitch Scores

2023
Fastball
Rise+
Curveball
Hammer+
Curveball
Sweep+
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Rise+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+

Pitching Velos

2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
82.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
80.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
66.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
72.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
78.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
76.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
66.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
71.0
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Pitching
82
Max FB
79 - 82
FB
66 - 67
CB
71 - 73
CH
Underclass Open
Jun 22, 2022
Pitching
78
Max FB
75 - 78
FB
65 - 68
CB
70 - 72
CH

Game Performance

2023
2022
10 Yard Dash
1.69
30 Yard Dash
3.98
60 Yard Dash
7.16
Top Speed (MPH)
RSi
Vertical Jump
10 Yard Dash
1.85
30 Yard Dash
4.26
60 Yard Dash
7.63
Top Speed (MPH)
RSi
Vertical Jump
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jul 11, 2023
Swift
1.69
10-yd
3.98
30-yd
7.16
60-yd
19.3
Run speed (max)
1,717
Jump Power (max)
27.0
Jump Height (max)
26.3
Jump Height (avg)
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Swift
1.78
10-yd
7.49
60-yd
17.9
Run speed (max)
1.34
RSi (max)
1.34
RSi (avg)
1,346
Jump Power (max)
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jul 12, 2022
Swift
1.85
10-yd
4.31
30-yd
7.87
60-yd
17.3
Run speed (max)
7.6
Run Speed (avg)
1.76
RSi (max)
1.76
RSi (avg)
1,350
Jump Power (max)
Underclass Open
Jun 22, 2022
Swift
1.87
10-yd
4.26
30-yd
7.63
60-yd
18.2
Run speed (max)
23.9
Jump Height (max)

Visual Edge

2023
2022
Edge Score
67.47
Edge Score
60.29
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Visual Skills
67.47
Edge Score
Underclass Open
Jun 22, 2022
Visual Skills
60.29
Edge Score

Pitch Ai

2022
Arm Speed
Arm Slot
Knee Extension Velo
Deception
Hip-Shoulder Separation
Underclass Open
Jun 22, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)

Notes

Comments

7/11/23

Over the past year and a half, 1B Graham Kasten (University School, 2024) has emerged as one of the top left-handed bats in the state’s 2024 class, and put together one of the most electric BP rounds of the day on Tuesday. Kasten continued to produce throughout the summer circuit, coming off of a Midwest Classic Player of the Year award this past spring at University School. This success translated to his showcase on Tuesday, where the left-hander averaged the highest exit velocity at 92.6 mph, along with the second-best batted ball distance at 369 feet. Amongst a pool of quality uncommitted prospects, Kasten separated himself as one of the top bats with a simple, repeatable swing and bat path. Kasten uses his strong 6-foot-1, 205-pound frame to elevate baseballs, utilizing the whole field to continue to produce, something he’s done since the spring of 2022. Defensively, he’s as solid as it comes at first base, displaying smooth actions and reaching 82 mph across the infield. In presenting quality footwork as a defender, Kasten has inserted himself as one of the top uncommitted athletes in a stacked 2024 class in the state of Wisconsin, as he looks to finish off the summer on a high note, including an appearance at the 17U PBR at The Rock Summer Championships in just over a week.

7/11/23

Positional Profile: LHP/1B
Body: 6-1, 205-pounds. Well-proportioned build, with some strength throughout.
Hit: LHH. Stock set up with strong back elbow, natural gather into back hip with controlled move to center.  Loose hands with bat speed, short simple and direct bath to contact. On the barrel to all fields, repeats.  75.1 mph bat speed with 13 G’s of rotational acceleration.
Power: 101 max exit velocity, averaged 92.6 mph. 369’ max distance.
Arm: LH. INF - 82 mph. 3/4 slot, quick arm, accurate.
Defense: Smooth reliable hands, clean actions, good footwork around the bag.
Run: 7.16 runner in the 60.

6/29/23

Kasten found the barrel in his third at bat of the day for Milwaukee Baseball Academy - Andresen, driving a ground-rule double above the wall to plate a run. A quick bat paired with quiet hands has been the formula in the past for Kasten, as the lefty continues to use it today to worry opposing teams. Kasten continues to add on strength in each look, currently standing at 6-foot-1, 215 pounds. He entered the weekend and the summer circuit as one of the top uncommitted bats in Wisconsin’s 2024 class, coming off of another standout spring season.

3/18/23

Kasten continues to show up and impress in event on both sides of the ball. Kasten’s overall frame is strong and sturdy standing 6-foot-1, 205 pounds with good proportions. During batting practice, Kasten hits from a stock set up from the left side. He has a short and quick swing that’s well-sequenced with good use of the ground and his lower half to deliver the barrel to and through the ball. He had one of the hardest max exit velocities of the event at 96 mph and hit a ball 363 feet. On the mound, he has a very polished look to how he gets it done. His fastball was sitting 79-82 mph but plays up at the plate. He also has a sharp breaking ball and a change-up with late fade to arm side at the plate for a three pitch mix.

3/18/23

Positional Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 6-1, 205-pounds. Strong build with strong lower half.
Hit: LHH. Stock set up.  Direct path, well sequenced, short quick, hitterish.
Power: 96 max exit velocity, averaged 85.3 mph. 363’ max distance.
Arm: LH.  INF - 81 mph.  Long, loose arm action, low 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady defender, clean actions and feel for the first base bag.
Run: 7.49 runner in the 60. 

Delivery: Controlled tempo, repeats delivery, hips get moving quickly towards the plate from the balance point, stride works in-line.
Arm Action: LH. Long out of the glove into a 3/4 slot.
FB: T82, 79-82 mph. Plays harder than the velo says, life out of the hand and through the zone.  T2089, 2003 average rpm.
CB: 66-67 mph. Flashed sharp action, 1/7 shape.  T1575, 1457 average rpm.
CH: 71-73 mph. Thrown with intent and deception, plays off the fastball and then fades to the bottom of the zone.  T1229, 1085 average rpm.

7/12/22

Positional Profile: LHP/1B
Body: 6-1, 190-pounds. Physical, strong lower half
Hits: LHH. Wide base, gather back to back side, falls to balanced center Uses leverage and quick hands to impact the ball to all fields, sprays it, hitterish, adjustability
Power: 94 max exit velocity, averaged 87.3 MPH. 344' max distance.
Arm: LH. INF-77 mph .low 3Q slot,
Defense: Some feel around the bag
Run: 7.87 runner in the 60.

6/22/22

Positional ProfileLHP/1B
Body: 6-0, 190-pounds. Mature, strong lower half. Will continue to fill and get stronger
Delivery: Stays in line. Methodical windup. Crossfire. Efforty.
Arm Action: LH. Low 3/4 slot.
FB: T77.8, 75-78 mph. Cutting action. T2286, 2153 average rpm.
CB: 65-68 mph. 1/7 break. Tight. Thrown at arm speed. T1785, 1746 average rpm.
CH: 70-72 mph. Developing feel. T1668, 1543 average rpm.

6/22/22

Positional Profile: LHP/1B
Body: 6-0, 190-pounds. Mature, strong lower half. Will continue to fill and get stronger
Hits: LHH. Stock set up, weight shift back gather to a powerful fall landing back to middle creating natural stretch and hand trigger. Clean path direct with slight uphill path through baseball spaying line drives to all fields with ability to loft balls over the fence. Aggressive, centered drive of lower half creating, Loft and leverage, pull side pop, top spin to pull side, hard contact, hand speed and quickness, ball jumps off bat.
Power: 94 max exit velocity, averaged 85.1 MPH. 353' max distance.
Arm: LH. INF-78 mph .3Q slot, accurate, carry,
Defense: Feet work around bag, shows ability to throw on the run and control body
Run: 7.63 runner in the 60.

6/22/22

Strong sturdy lower half on a 6-foot-0 190-pound frame with some strength gains remaining, showed the ability to hammer the ball with aggressiveness, centered drive of lower half creating a ton of hard contact with the ability to drive the ball deep into gaps, shoed hand speed and quickness, ball jumps off the bat.  Displayed soft hands and knowledge of how to work around the bag at first base. Kasten would then jump onto the mound where he continued his solid all-around day. From a low ¾ slot, the southpaw ran a fastball with cut up to 78 mph and sat in the mid-70s throughout his ‘pen. He then mixed in a tightly spun 1/7 breaking ball that was thrown for strikes and a developing changeup that flashed depth. 

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