The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.27
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.0
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.
11.3
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.15
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.0
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.
A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ 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
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Hoover (AL), 2022 Positional Profile: OF/RHP One of the top uncommitted arms in the 2022 class. Body: 6-1, 167-pounds. Long limbed, lean frame. Delivery: Athletic delivery with a high leg-kick, drop and drive lower-half, utilizes his legs moving down the mound Arm Action: RH. Loose/quick arm action, high 3/4 slot. FB: T88, 85-88 mph. Mostly straight action, flashed arm-side life. T2334, 2168 average rpm. CB: 65-67 mph. Gradual 12/6 action with feel for the zone. T2133, 2087 average rpm.
10/24/21
Hoover (AL), 2022 Positional Profile: OF/RHP One of the top uncommitted arms in the 2022 class. Body: 6-1, 167-pounds. Long limbed, lean frame. Hit: RHH. Balanced, athletic setup with early, short stride. Upward path to contact with a quick barrel through the zone. Power: 82.34 max exit velocity, averaged 76.33 mph. 258’ max distance. Arm: RH. OF - 91 mph. Loose, over-the-top slot with plenty of arm strength. Defense: Very athletic outfielder that works through the ball very well. Run: 7.27 runner in the 60.
10/27/20
6-foot-1, 160-pound projectable frame. During batting practice, the right-handed hitter showed power in the box with an exit velocity of 91 mph. Setup is comprised of athletic stance and a controlled stride. Had above average bat speed. Found some barrels during his round. When throwing from the outfield, he showed off his strong arm with throws at velocities of 89 mph. Had a quick arm action and decent accuracy to the base. During the event, clocked a 60 time of 7.15. Projectable on the mound, had a very quick arm action with a high ¾ arm angle. Shows some effort in his delivery. Showed consistent balance point. Sat with his fastball at 84-86 mph and topped out at 87 mph; has arm side command and tailing action. Has hard action and in the zone control on his 11/5 curveball (65-66).
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Hoover (AL), 2022
Positional Profile: OF/RHP One of the top uncommitted arms in the 2022 class.
Body: 6-1, 167-pounds. Long limbed, lean frame.
Delivery: Athletic delivery with a high leg-kick, drop and drive lower-half, utilizes his legs moving down the mound
Arm Action: RH. Loose/quick arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T88, 85-88 mph. Mostly straight action, flashed arm-side life. T2334, 2168 average rpm.
CB: 65-67 mph. Gradual 12/6 action with feel for the zone. T2133, 2087 average rpm.
Hoover (AL), 2022
Positional Profile: OF/RHP One of the top uncommitted arms in the 2022 class.
Body: 6-1, 167-pounds. Long limbed, lean frame.
Hit: RHH. Balanced, athletic setup with early, short stride. Upward path to contact with a quick barrel through the zone.
Power: 82.34 max exit velocity, averaged 76.33 mph. 258’ max distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 91 mph. Loose, over-the-top slot with plenty of arm strength.
Defense: Very athletic outfielder that works through the ball very well.
Run: 7.27 runner in the 60.
6-foot-1, 160-pound projectable frame. During batting practice, the right-handed hitter showed power in the box with an exit velocity of 91 mph. Setup is comprised of athletic stance and a controlled stride. Had above average bat speed. Found some barrels during his round. When throwing from the outfield, he showed off his strong arm with throws at velocities of 89 mph. Had a quick arm action and decent accuracy to the base. During the event, clocked a 60 time of 7.15. Projectable on the mound, had a very quick arm action with a high ¾ arm angle. Shows some effort in his delivery. Showed consistent balance point. Sat with his fastball at 84-86 mph and topped out at 87 mph; has arm side command and tailing action. Has hard action and in the zone control on his 11/5 curveball (65-66).