84
Velocity (max)
5/25/24
CLASS OF 2026
RHP
2B
Alex
Gaston
Mobile Christian (HS) • AL
5' 7" • 170LBS
R/R • 17yr 4mo
5' 7" • 170LBS
R/R • 17yr 4mo
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
81 - 84
Velo Range
5/25/24
1884
Spin Rate (avg)
1/07/24
Changeup
73 - 74
Velo Range
2/20/24
1583
Spin Rate (avg)
1/07/24
Curveball
66 - 74
Velo Range
1/07/24
2260
Spin Rate (avg)
1/08/23
Slider
69 - 69
Velo Range
1/08/23
2129
Spin Rate (avg)
1/08/23
82.4
Exit Velocity (max)
1/08/23
75.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
1/08/23
271
Distance (max)
1/08/23
82
Sweet Spot %
7/26/22
23.5
Hand Speed (max)
7/26/22
75.1
Bat Speed (max)
7/26/22
12.5
Rot. Acc (max)
1/08/23
-
Hard Hit %
7.82
60
6/08/22
4.43
30-yd
1/08/23
2.05
10-yd
1/08/23
18
Run speed (max)
1/08/23
75
INF Velo
1/08/23
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2023
2022
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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).
75.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.82
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.0
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.
10.1
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).
82.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
271
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
201
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
24.8
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).
79.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
260
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
185
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
24.3
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.
South Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
82.4
Exit Velocity (max)
75.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
201
Distance (avg)
271
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 26, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
75.9
Exit Velocity (max)
69.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
173
Distance (avg)
246
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Rising Stars ID
Jun 8, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
79.0
Exit Velocity (max)
72.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
185
Distance (avg)
260
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.
21.6
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
69.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.0
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.
23.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
16.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
75.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
59.0
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.
South Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Blast - Hitting
21.6
Hand Speed (max)
19.7
Hand Speed (avg)
69.2
Bat Speed (max)
66.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 26, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.5
Hand Speed (max)
16.1
Hand Speed (avg)
75.1
Bat Speed (max)
59.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.2
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).
1884
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.
23.5
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).
69.5
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).
1930
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).
72.5
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).
1583
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.8
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).
1779
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.
23.2
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).
69.2
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).
2260
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).
73.4
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).
1389
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).
68.9
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).
2129
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).
75.5
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).
1818
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.
24.6
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).
65.4
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).
1959
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).
71.7
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).
1507
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.7
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).
2018
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).
South Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 7, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
82.5
Velocity (max)
77.8 - 82.5
Velo Range
79.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,989
Spin Rate (max)
1,884
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
76.3
Velocity (max)
66.3 - 73.5
Velo Range
68.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,976
Spin Rate (max)
1,930
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
73.2
Velocity (max)
71.8 - 73.2
Velo Range
71.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,658
Spin Rate (max)
1,583
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
South Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
78.8
Velocity (max)
75.6 - 77.9
Velo Range
76.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,964
Spin Rate (max)
1,779
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
70.8
Velocity (max)
68.3 - 70.6
Velo Range
69.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,289
Spin Rate (max)
2,260
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
68.9
Velocity (max)
67.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,129
Spin Rate (max)
2,129
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
73.4
Velocity (max)
72.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,389
Spin Rate (max)
1,389
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Rising Stars ID
Jun 8, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
75.5
Velocity (max)
72.9 - 75.1
Velo Range
71.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,942
Spin Rate (max)
1,818
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
66.9
Velocity (max)
64.0 - 66.9
Velo Range
63.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,989
Spin Rate (max)
1,959
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
66.7
Velocity (max)
64.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,018
Spin Rate (max)
2,018
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
71.7
Velocity (max)
1,507
Spin Rate (max)
1,507
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.0
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)
75.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
63.5
Game Performance
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
2.05
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.43
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.84
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.
South Alabama Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 8, 2023
Swift
2.05
10-yd
4.43
30-yd
7.85
60-yd
18.0
Run speed (max)
1.40
RSi (max)
1.40
RSi (avg)
1,168
Jump Power (max)
22.3
Jump Height (max)
22.3
Jump Height (avg)
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 26, 2022
Swift
1.95
10-yd
4.39
30-yd
7.94
60-yd
17.3
Run speed (max)
7.6
Run Speed (avg)
1.26
RSi (max)
1.26
RSi (avg)
1,050
Jump Power (max)
20.0
Jump Height (max)
20.0
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2023
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.
53.48
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Positional Profile: RHP/2B
Body: 5-7, 170-pounds. Compact, physical stature.
Delivery: Strong lower half. Well synched delivery.
Arm Action: RH. Quick arm, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T83, 78-83 mph. Creates some downward tilt, consistent 2-seam action. T1989, 1884 average rpm.
CB: 66-74 mph. 11/5 shape, late depth. T1976, 1930 average rpm.
CH: 72-73 mph. Really dives into RH hitters. Best offering on the day. T1658, 1583 average rpm.
Body: 5-6, 160-pounds. Proportional frame, stocky-like look, athletic.
Delivery: Rpeated delivery, worked exclusively from the stretch.
Arm Action: RH. Higher 3/4 slot.
FB: T78.8, 76-78 mph. Late arm side action, commanded well to the glove side. T1964, 1779 average rpm.
CB: 68-71 mph. Quality 12/6 shape with command down in the zone. T2289, 2260 average rpm.
SL: 69-69 mph. Threw one slider that showed minimal side-to-side action. T2129, 2129 average rpm.
CH: 73-73 mph. Showed well oout of the hand with armside sinking action. T1389, 1389 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 5-6, 160-pounds. Proportional frame, stocky-like look, athletic.
Delivery: Rpeated delivery, worked exclusively from the stretch.
Arm Action: RH. Higher 3/4 slot.
FB: T78.8, 76-78 mph. Late arm side action, commanded well to the glove side. T1964, 1779 average rpm.
CB: 68-71 mph. Quality 12/6 shape with command down in the zone. T2289, 2260 average rpm.
SL: 69-69 mph. Threw one slider that showed minimal side-to-side action. T2129, 2129 average rpm.
CH: 73-73 mph. Showed well oout of the hand with armside sinking action. T1389, 1389 average rpm.
Body: 5-6, 160-pounds. Proportional frame, stocky-like look, athletic.
Hits: RHH. Even stance, relaxed with hands. Short and direct swing, works backside in BP.
Power: 82 max exit velocity, averaged 75.5 MPH. 271' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-75 mph.Long, athletic arm
Defense: Quick feet, solid actions
Run: 7.85 runner in the 60.
Vizual Edge: 53.48 Edge Score
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 5-6, 160-pounds. Proportional frame, stocky-like look, athletic.
Hits: RHH. Even stance, relaxed with hands. Short and direct swing, works backside in BP.
Power: 82 max exit velocity, averaged 75.5 MPH. 271' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-75 mph.Long, athletic arm
Defense: Quick feet, solid actions
Run: 7.85 runner in the 60.
Vizual Edge: 53.48 Edge Score
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 5-5, 160-pounds. Stocky build.
Delivery: Smooth tall-and-fall delivery, works in line with home, lands square with an athletic finish
Arm Action: RH. Loose arm action, mid 3/4 slot.
FB: T75.5, 72.9-75.1 mph. Showed some cut and worked down in the zone. T1941, 1817 average rpm.
CB: 64.0-66.9 mph. Gradual shape with late depth. T1988, 1958 average rpm.
SL: Sweeping 11/5 action, thrown for a strike. T2017, 2017 average rpm.
CH: Impressive looking pitch with legitimate late tumble into RH hitters. T1506, 1506 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 5-5, 160-pounds. Stocky build.
Hit: RHH. Starts in an upright/open setup, short stride. Compact swing with a level path to the ball, loose arms with the ability to maintain balance throughout contact.
Power: 79 max exit velocity, averaged 72.4 mph. 259’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 74 mph. Long, loose arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Solid glove presentation, looked natural on the backhand.
Run: 7.82 runner in the 60.