Below is 1) an explanation of each profile and 2) our top performers for each profile from the Super 60 (based on their Blast Metrics and Super 60 performance). 

These Blast Motion profile rankings were put together with the player’s future value in mind, not necessarily how good they are right now.

On-Plane Efficiency is the swing’s path, which should match the plane of the pitch location. The goal for a hitter should be 70% and above for On-Plane Efficiency. This shows that the swing path is effective for making contact and also displays an ability to make adjustments when needed. 

The Attack Angle is the angle that the barrel approaches the ball at impact. We look at Attack Angle as the direction of the swing. When the pitcher throws a pitch, the ball travels at a downward angle toward home plate. Hitters want to have the direction of their swing slightly positive (up) to match the incoming pitch. For this, we’re looking for a range of +5° to +25° as the target. 

In-range On-Plane + In-range Attack Angle = Higher Chance of Contact (granted they have the prerequisite bat speed).

Early Connection measures the relationship between your torso and the bat when the hitter initiates rotation in the swing. It’s measured at the beginning of the violent part of the swing (start of the downswing).

The desired range for Early Connection is between 80 - 105 degrees. 

An average range of 80 - 105 degrees for Early Connection highlights a consistent load in the swing, which is critical for success against professional level pitching. 

Connection at Impact measures the relationship between your torso and bat at impact. 

The desired range for Connection at Impact is between 80 - 95 degrees. 

An average range of 80 - 95 degrees for Connection at Impact highlights the hitter’s ability to adjust using their bigger muscles (core) instead of reaching with their hands and arms. 

The hitter’s desired goal for Early Connection and Connection at Impact is to be 1) consistent and 2) as close to 90 degrees as possible (an average of 90 degrees is very challenging). 

In-Range Early Connection (80 - 105 degrees) + In-Range Connection at Impact (90 - 95 degrees) = Low Maintenance Swing.

Here is a good visual of Trout’s Early Connection and Connection at Impact. Note his torso adjusting to the pitch location instead of just reaching with his hands.