24.1
Hand Speed (max)
2/05/23
CLASS OF 2024
OF
SS
Stephen
Combs
Oakton CC
TNXL Academy (HS) • FL
6' 1" • 196LBS
L/R • 19yr 6mo
Travel Team: Athletes HQ Collegiate Prep
TNXL Academy (HS) • FL
6' 1" • 196LBSL/R • 19yr 6mo
Travel Team: Athletes HQ Collegiate Prep
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
74
Bat Speed (max)
8/08/23
20.9
Rot. Acc (max)
2/05/23
73
Hard Hit %
10/03/23
97.8
Exit Velocity (max)
10/03/23
89.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/05/23
374
Distance (max)
10/03/23
92
Sweet Spot %
2/05/23
6.96
60
8/08/23
3.84
30-yd
8/08/23
1.69
10-yd
2/05/23
19.7
Run speed (max)
2/05/23
83
INF Velo
2/05/23
85
OF Velo
10/03/23
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
79
Velocity (max)
9/23/23
76 - 78
Velo Range
9/23/23
1988
Spin Rate (avg)
10/22/22
Changeup
71.6 - 75.3
Velo Range
9/23/23
1685
Spin Rate (avg)
9/23/23
Curveball
70 - 73
Velo Range
2/05/23
1791
Spin Rate (avg)
9/23/23
Positional Tools
2023
2022
2021
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.96
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
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.
14.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.04
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
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.
13.5
Home to First
The athlete's fastest home-to-first time in the given event year. Measured from bat-on-ball to foot-on-bag, in seconds (s).
4.76
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.0
Hitting
2023
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
97.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
374
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
236
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.3
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.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
94.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
342
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
199
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.4
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).
84.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
273
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
94
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
10.7
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.
2023 TNXL Scout Day
Oct 3, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
97.8
Exit Velocity (max)
88.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
206
Distance (avg)
374
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 Senior State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 23, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
95.3
Exit Velocity (max)
86.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
231
Distance (avg)
372
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 8, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
94.2
Exit Velocity (max)
87.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
286
Distance (avg)
335
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Unsigned Senior Showcase
Feb 5, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
92.6
Exit Velocity (max)
89.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
233
Distance (avg)
353
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Unsigned Senior Showcase
Oct 22, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
94.8
Exit Velocity (max)
81.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
199
Distance (avg)
342
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
McHenry Preseason I.D.
Jan 31, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
84.3
Exit Velocity (max)
76.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
94
Distance (avg)
273
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
2022
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
24.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.4
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
74.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.8
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.
21.7
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
70.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.3
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.
21.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
67.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
65.6
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.
2023 TNXL Scout Day
Oct 3, 2023
Blast - Hitting
23.3
Hand Speed (max)
22.5
Hand Speed (avg)
67.6
Bat Speed (max)
66.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 Senior State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 23, 2023
Blast - Hitting
23.4
Hand Speed (max)
22.0
Hand Speed (avg)
72.1
Bat Speed (max)
69.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 8, 2023
Blast - Hitting
23.2
Hand Speed (max)
22.0
Hand Speed (avg)
74.0
Bat Speed (max)
71.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Unsigned Senior Showcase
Feb 5, 2023
Blast - Hitting
24.1
Hand Speed (max)
22.9
Hand Speed (avg)
73.3
Bat Speed (max)
71.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Unsigned Senior Showcase
Oct 22, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.7
Hand Speed (max)
20.8
Hand Speed (avg)
70.7
Bat Speed (max)
69.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
McHenry Preseason I.D.
Jan 31, 2021
Blast - Hitting
21.8
Hand Speed (max)
21.1
Hand Speed (avg)
67.1
Bat Speed (max)
65.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2023
2022
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).
76.5
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).
1955
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.
25.6
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).
71.3
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).
1762
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).
73.2
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).
1685
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).
Cutter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.7
Cutter
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).
1854
Cutter
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).
77.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.5
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).
1988
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.
26.0
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).
68.8
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).
1591
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).
Cutter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
Cutter
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).
1828
Cutter
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
2023 Senior State Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 23, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
78.8
Velocity (max)
75.9 - 78.0
Velo Range
75.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,092
Spin Rate (max)
1,949
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
72.3
Velocity (max)
68.8 - 72.3
Velo Range
67.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,819
Spin Rate (max)
1,791
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
76.9
Velocity (max)
71.6 - 75.3
Velo Range
70.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,819
Spin Rate (max)
1,685
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Unsigned Senior Showcase
Feb 5, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
77.5
Velocity (max)
74.8 - 76.8
Velo Range
74.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,037
Spin Rate (max)
1,963
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
73.3
Velocity (max)
70.3 - 72.9
Velo Range
70.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,803
Spin Rate (max)
1,748
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Cutter
75.5
Velocity (max)
73.7 - 75.5
Velo Range
72.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,889
Spin Rate (max)
1,854
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Unsigned Senior Showcase
Oct 22, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
77.5
Velocity (max)
75.7 - 77.3
Velo Range
74.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,052
Spin Rate (max)
1,988
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Curveball
71.3
Velocity (max)
67.0 - 70.6
Velo Range
65.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,677
Spin Rate (max)
1,591
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Cutter
73.2
Velocity (max)
71.6 - 72.6
Velo Range
70.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,923
Spin Rate (max)
1,828
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2023
2022
Fastball
Hop+
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.
Fastball
Hop+
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.
Pitching Velos
2023
2022
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)
76.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.0
Game Performance
2023
2022
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.69
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.84
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.96
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
Unsigned Senior Showcase
Feb 5, 2023
Swift
1.69
10-yd
3.84
30-yd
7.00
60-yd
19.7
Run speed (max)
2.14
RSi (max)
2.14
RSi (avg)
1,844
Jump Power (max)
32.5
Jump Height (max)
32.2
Jump Height (avg)
Unsigned Senior Showcase
Oct 22, 2022
Swift
1.82
10-yd
3.98
30-yd
7.04
60-yd
20.1
Run speed (max)
1,637
Jump Power (max)
28.4
Jump Height (max)
28.4
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Illinois State Games: 2024 Infielder Analysis - Oct 20, 2023
- Illinois State Games: 2024 Outfielder Analysis - Oct 17, 2023
- TNXL Scout Day: Data Dive, Position Players - Oct 6, 2023
- TNXL Scout Day: Statistical Analysis - Oct 4, 2023
- 2023 Senior State Games: Data Dive, Position Players - Sep 27, 2023
- 2023 Senior State Games: Data Dive, Pitchers - Sep 26, 2023
- 2023 Senior State Games: Statistical Analysis - Sep 25, 2023
- Unsigned Senior Showcase: Pitcher Analysis - Apr 6, 2023
- Unsigned Senior Showcase: Position Player Analysis - Apr 4, 2023
- Unsigned Senior Showcase: Takeaways - Feb 9, 2023
- Unsigned Senior Showcase: Data Dive - Oct 27, 2022
- Unsigned Senior Showcase: Statistical Analysis - Oct 26, 2022
- Unsigned Senior Showcase: Quick Hits - Oct 25, 2022
- McHenry Preseason I.D: Infielder Analysis - Mar 3, 2021
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Positional Profile: OF/SS
Body: 6-1, 185-pounds. Tall, athletic body. Room to add strength.
Delivery: Drop and drive delivery.
Arm Action: LH. Quick arm.
FB: T79, 76-78 mph. Arm side run. T2092, 1949 average rpm.
CB: 69-72 mph. Gradual break. T1819, 1791 average rpm.
CH: 72-75 mph. T1819, 1685 average rpm.
ATH: 7.18 runner in the 60. 1.70 and 3.93 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Positional Profile: OF/SS
Body: 6-1, 185-pounds. Tall, athletic body. Room to add strength.
Hit: RHH. Quiet swing, solid power and bat speed, 69.4 mph bat speed with 10 G’s of rotational acceleration.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 86.4 mph. 372' max distance.
Arm: LH. OF-82 mph. Long arm.
Defense: Developing hands.
ATH: 7.18 runner in the 60. 1.70 and 3.93 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
INF/OF Stephen Combs (Harvest Christian) is listed at an athletic 6-foot, 178-pounds with room for added strength. Combs started the day off by running a 7.00 in the 60-yard dash. He then followed up with a polished round of BP, flashing an aggressive left-handed swing path with an uphill approach and recorded a max exit velocity of 92.6 mph, with an average of 89.4 mph. Defensively, Combs worked out in the infield and from the outfield. He plays with steady hands, gets around the baseball on the infield and winds up through release. He topped at 83 mph across the infield and 81 mph from the outfield.
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 6-0, 178-pounds.
Delivery: Up-tempo, big rocker step into medium leg kick with some coil, drop and drive delivery.
Arm Action: LH. Long arm action into a high 3/4 slot.
FB: T77, 75-77 mph. Straight actions with life through the zone, flashed carry. T2037, 1963 average rpm.
CB: 70-73 mph. Gradual break, 11/5 shape. T1803, 1748 average rpm.
CUT: 74-75 mph. Some horizontal movement, feel for the bottom part of the zone.
Hit: LHH. Even setup, small leg lift, slight coil load. Aggressive, uphill path, long through the zone with feel for the barrel, up the middle approach.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 89.4 mph. 353’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 83 mph. OF - 81 mph. INF: Long arm action, quick, over the top slot. OF: Throws through target, accurate arm, over the top slot.
Defense: INF: Clean hands, smooth transfer, brings ball to body, glove tap. OF: Fields ball out front and in-stride.
Run: 7.00 runner in the 60.
Combs is listed at 6-foot 175-pounds with an athletic build and room to add more to the frame. Combs started the day with one of the faster 60’s of the day at 7.04, respectively. During BP, Combs showed the ability to control the barrel and drove the ball to the gaps and he registered a max EV of 94.8 mph. From both the INF and OF, Combs showcased an accurate arm with carry, getting his throws up to 80 mph from the OF and 82 mph from the INF. Combs rounded out his day with a ‘pen in which he topped at 77.5 mph with his FB, also mixing in a short wrinkle CB, and a CT that plays with slider-type break.
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-foot-11, 150-pounds. Athletic body.
Hit: LHH. Athletic in the box, wide base, back load trigger, short stride. Loose hands, full plate coverage, short level swing, working line drive gap-to-gap approach, fluid rhythm.
Power: 84.29 max exit velocity, averaged 76.02 mph. 273’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 66 mph. Long arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Quick feet, sure handed to the glove side.
Run: 4.76 runner in the 60.