Central Coast Preseason ID: Blast Motion Leaderboard
January 27, 2022
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SALINAS, CALIF. - As an open event, this was conducted as a straight traditional showcase, 60 yard run, BP round (with Blast Motion sensors and TrackMan utilized for gathering of various data and metrics), defensive workouts, and pitchers ending the day on the mound throwing 15-20 pitch sessions.
We will roll out more data from this event in the coming days and weeks. Today, it's the Blast Motion leaderboard.
(Note: All showcase videos have been added to players profiles.)
One of the important tools Prep Baseball Report has implemented at its events is the use of Blast Motion sensors. During batting practice, the Blast Motion sensors measure Swing and Impact Metrics across several categories. Swing metrics measure pre-impact mechanics centered around plane, connection, and rotation while impact metrics measure pre-impact performance outcomes based on ball contact.
With the Blast Motion sensor, we were able to collect data from each swing taken by each prospect at the event. The metrics collected include: Bat Speed, On Plane Efficiency, Peak Hand Speed, and Rotational Acceleration.
Each player has their Blast Motion metrics uploaded into their profiles following the completion of the event providing insight into areas that could be improved upon as well as helping paint a clear picture of the player to the college and professional scouts doing their research on prospects they may be interested in.
(Note: All showcase videos have been edited and added to the players' profiles)
CLICK HERE FOR SORTABLE PLAYER STATISTICS INCLUDING TRACKMAN AND BLAST MOTION DATA
BLAST LEADERS
Bat Speed
Bat Speed is the observed speed of the sweet spot of the bat at impact. For more info: Blast Bat Speed
MLB Avg: 66-78 mph | MiLB: 63-75 mph | College: 66-75 mph
Rank | Name | State | School | Class | Pos | Bat Speed (max) |
1 | Gavin Ducker | CA | Palma | 2022 | C | 88.2 mph |
2 | Joseph Barros | CA | Palma | 2023 | OF | 76.8 mph |
3 | Cameron Leaney | CA | Redlands East Valley | 2023 | OF | 72.9 mph |
4 | Adrian Ruiz | CA | Hollister | 2023 | OF | 69.5 mph |
5 | Nathan Sternberg | CA | Serra | 2023 | 1B | 66.7 mph |
6 | Alec Ortiz | CA | Salinas | 2023 | 2B | 66.5 mph |
7 | Sebastian Juarez-Lopez | CA | Rancho San Juan | 2023 | 2B | 66.4 mph |
8 | Giovani Ramirez | CA | Salinas | 2023 | OF | 65.7 mph |
9 | Ayden Ramirez | CA | Everett Alverez | 2024 | OF | 65.5 mph |
10 | Alexander Glasscock | CA | Stevenson | 2023 | SS | 65.3 mph |
11 | Daniel Lopes | CA | San Benito | 2022 | C | 64.9 mph |
12 | Ben Scattini | CA | Palma | 2023 | 3B | 64.8 mph |
^ | Chris Martinez | CA | Palma | 2024 | OF | 64.8 mph |
13 | James Conners | CA | Palma | 2023 | 2B | 64.7 mph |
14 | Zachary Armenta | CA | Rancho San Juan | 2023 | 1B | 64.6 mph |
15 | Johnny Carnazzo | CA | Palma | 2025 | SS | 63.8 mph |
Average Bat Speed
Rank | Name | State | School | Class | Pos | Bat Speed (avg) |
1 | Gavin Ducker | CA | Palma | 2022 | C | 80.0 mph |
2 | Joseph Barros | CA | Palma | 2023 | OF | 71.8 mph |
3 | Cameron Leaney | CA | Redlands East Valley | 2023 | OF | 71.5 mph |
4 | Adrian Ruiz | CA | Hollister | 2023 | OF | 67.8 mph |
5 | Giovani Ramirez | CA | Salinas | 2023 | OF | 64.1 mph |
6 | Alec Ortiz | CA | Salinas | 2023 | 2B | 63.8 mph |
7 | Nathan Sternberg | CA | Serra | 2023 | 1B | 63.6 mph |
8 | Ben Scattini | CA | Palma | 2023 | 3B | 63.0 mph |
9 | Zachary Armenta | CA | Rancho San Juan | 2023 | 1B | 62.9 mph |
10 | Daniel Lopes | CA | San Benito | 2022 | C | 62.9 mph |
11 | Sebastian Juarez-Lopez | CA | Rancho San Juan | 2023 | 2B | 62.6 mph |
12 | Ayden Ramirez | CA | Everett Alverez | 2024 | OF | 62.3 mph |
13 | James Conners | CA | Palma | 2023 | 2B | 61.6 mph |
14 | Alexander Glasscock | CA | Stevenson | 2023 | SS | 60.9 mph |
15 | Chris Martinez | CA | Palma | 2024 | OF | 60.1 mph |
On Plane Efficiency
Measures the percentage of your swing where the bat is on the swing plane. Your vertical bat angle at contact establishes the plane for that swing. Plane is a great indicator for making more consistent contact on the barrel of the bat. For more info: On Plane Efficiency
Ideal Efficiency %: 70% or Higher | Range: 65%-85%
Rank | Name | State | School | Class | Pos | On Plane Eff (avg) |
1 | Ben Scattini | CA | Palma | 2023 | 3B | 84 % |
2 | James Conners | CA | Palma | 2023 | 2B | 78 % |
3 | Chris Martinez | CA | Palma | 2024 | OF | 76 % |
4 | Alec Ortiz | CA | Salinas | 2023 | 2B | 74 % |
5 | Cameron Leaney | CA | Redlands East Valley | 2023 | OF | 73 % |
6 | Julian Lopez | CA | Salinas | 2025 | 2B | 73 % |
7 | Johnny Carnazzo | CA | Palma | 2025 | SS | 72 % |
8 | Sebastian Juarez-Lopez | CA | Rancho San Juan | 2023 | 2B | 71 % |
9 | Ayden Ramirez | CA | Everett Alverez | 2024 | OF | 69 % |
10 | Nicolas Eckhaus | CA | Salinas | 2023 | RHP | 67 % |
Peak Hand Speed
Peak Hand Speed is the observed maximum speed as measured on the handle of the bat (measured six inches from the knob of the bat). Peak Hand Speed will occur prior to the moment of impact, very close to the commit time in the swing when the wrists unhinge. For more info: Peak Hand Speed
MLB Avg: 23-29 mph | MiLB Avg: 22-28 mph | College Avg: 21-24 mph
Rank | Name | State | School | Class | Pos | Hand Speed (max) |
1 | Gavin Ducker | CA | Palma | 2022 | C | 25.9 mph |
2 | Joseph Barros | CA | Palma | 2023 | OF | 24.0 mph |
3 | Cameron Leaney | CA | Redlands East Valley | 2023 | OF | 22.2 mph |
4 | Zachary Armenta | CA | Rancho San Juan | 2023 | 1B | 21.4 mph |
5 | Adrian Ruiz | CA | Hollister | 2023 | OF | 21.3 mph |
6 | Alec Ortiz | CA | Salinas | 2023 | 2B | 20.4 mph |
7 | Ben Scattini | CA | Palma | 2023 | 3B | 19.9 mph |
8 | Ayden Ramirez | CA | Everett Alverez | 2024 | OF | 19.8 mph |
9 | Nicolas Eckhaus | CA | Salinas | 2023 | RHP | 19.7 mph |
10 | Giovani Ramirez | CA | Salinas | 2023 | OF | 19.6 mph |
^ | James Conners | CA | Palma | 2023 | 2B | 19.6 mph |
^ | Chris Martinez | CA | Palma | 2024 | OF | 19.6 mph |
Average Peak Hand Speed
Rank | Name | State | School | Class | Pos | Hand Speed (avg) |
1 | Gavin Ducker | CA | Palma | 2022 | C | 23.6 mph |
2 | Joseph Barros | CA | Palma | 2023 | OF | 22.5 mph |
3 | Cameron Leaney | CA | Redlands East Valley | 2023 | OF | 21.1 mph |
4 | Adrian Ruiz | CA | Hollister | 2023 | OF | 20.6 mph |
5 | Zachary Armenta | CA | Rancho San Juan | 2023 | 1B | 20.1 mph |
Rotational Acceleration
Measures how quickly your bat accelerates into the swing plane. Rotation is a good indicator of how you build bat speed by sequencing properly. The quicker your rotational acceleration, the more power you will have and the more time you have to adjust to pitch locations. For more info: Rotational Acceleration
MLB Avg: 16.8 g | MiLB Avg: 12.6 g | College Avg: 12.9 g
Rank | Name | State | School | Class | Pos | Rot. Acc (avg) |
1 | Gavin Ducker | CA | Palma | 2022 | C | 30.2 g |
2 | Chris Martinez | CA | Palma | 2024 | OF | 18.1 g |
3 | Cameron Leaney | CA | Redlands East Valley | 2023 | OF | 16.5 g |
4 | Joseph Barros | CA | Palma | 2023 | OF | 15.6 g |
5 | Zachary Armenta | CA | Rancho San Juan | 2023 | 1B | 15.5 g |
6 | Ben Scattini | CA | Palma | 2023 | 3B | 14.9 g |
7 | Alec Ortiz | CA | Salinas | 2023 | 2B | 14.7 g |
8 | James Conners | CA | Palma | 2023 | 2B | 13.9 g |
9 | Johnny Carnazzo | CA | Palma | 2025 | SS | 13.3 g |
10 | Ayden Ramirez | CA | Everett Alverez | 2024 | OF | 12.7 g |
UPCOMING EVENTS
SHOWCASE | STATE | DATE | LOCATION |
Peninsula/South Bay Preseason ID | CA | 01/30 | Canada College |
Super 60 Pro Showcase | NATIONAL | 02/06 | The MAX - McCook, Ill. |
LINK TO ALL SHOWCASE LISTINGS IN CALIFORNIA
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