CLASS OF 2025
3B
RHP
Nathan
O'Donnell
Providence Catholic (HS) • IL
6' 1" • 185LBS
R/R • 17yr 11mo
Travel Team: Cangelosi Sparks 2025 Black
6' 1" • 185LBS
R/R • 17yr 11mo
Travel Team: Cangelosi Sparks 2025 Black
Rankings
2025 National
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2025 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
24.1
Hand Speed (max)
2/21/22
81.9
Bat Speed (max)
7/26/23
20.9
Rot. Acc (max)
2/21/22
75
Hard Hit %
7/26/23
97.7
Exit Velocity (max)
7/26/23
89.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
7/26/23
367
Distance (max)
7/26/23
83
Sweet Spot %
2/25/23
7.07
60
7/26/23
3.91
30-yd
7/26/23
1.7
10-yd
7/26/23
19.4
Run speed (max)
7/26/23
86
INF Velo
2/25/23
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
89
Velocity (max)
3/11/24
87 - 88
Velo Range
3/11/24
1987
Spin Rate (avg)
2/25/23
Changeup
79.1 - 80.5
Velo Range
2/25/23
1464
Spin Rate (avg)
2/25/23
Curveball
74.2 - 75.5
Velo Range
2/25/23
1855
Spin Rate (avg)
2/25/23
Slider
67 - 68
Velo Range
2/21/22
1491
Spin Rate (avg)
2/21/22
Positional Tools
2023
2022
2021
2020
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.07
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
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.
13.8
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.28
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
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.
12.4
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.90
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
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.
10.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.21
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
63.0
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.
8.5
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).
97.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
367
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
238
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.0
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).
90.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
285
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
189
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.8
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.
FG Workout IL/IN/MDW/WI
Jul 26, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
97.7
Exit Velocity (max)
89.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
258
Distance (avg)
367
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 PBR Future Games
Jul 26, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
97.7
Exit Velocity (max)
89.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
258
Distance (avg)
367
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 25, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
94.4
Exit Velocity (max)
88.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
198
Distance (avg)
312
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
Lockport Preseason ID
Feb 21, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
90.4
Exit Velocity (max)
84.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
189
Distance (avg)
285
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
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.
24.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
81.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
76.2
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.
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.
70.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.5
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.
FG Workout IL/IN/MDW/WI
Jul 26, 2023
Blast - Hitting
24.1
Hand Speed (max)
23.2
Hand Speed (avg)
81.9
Bat Speed (max)
77.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 PBR Future Games
Jul 26, 2023
Blast - Hitting
24.1
Hand Speed (max)
23.2
Hand Speed (avg)
81.9
Bat Speed (max)
77.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 25, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.7
Hand Speed (max)
22.1
Hand Speed (avg)
75.6
Bat Speed (max)
73.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Lockport Preseason ID
Feb 21, 2022
Blast - Hitting
24.1
Hand Speed (max)
22.4
Hand Speed (avg)
70.0
Bat Speed (max)
66.5
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).
87.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.7
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).
1882
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.
22.0
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).
74.8
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).
1855
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).
79.0
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).
1463
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).
83.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.1
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).
1817
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.
22.1
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.0
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).
1164
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).
67.1
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).
1491
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).
2023 PBR Future Games
Jul 26, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
86.5
Velocity (max)
83.3 - 85.8
Velo Range
83.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,012
Spin Rate (max)
1,803
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
75.1
Velocity (max)
74.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,458
Spin Rate (max)
1,458
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 25, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
87.9
Velocity (max)
86.3 - 87.9
Velo Range
84.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,034
Spin Rate (max)
1,987
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
75.6
Velocity (max)
74.2 - 75.5
Velo Range
72.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,937
Spin Rate (max)
1,855
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
80.5
Velocity (max)
79.1 - 80.5
Velo Range
78.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,504
Spin Rate (max)
1,464
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Lockport Preseason ID
Feb 21, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
83.2
Velocity (max)
81.0 - 83.2
Velo Range
80.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,886
Spin Rate (max)
1,817
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
67.8
Velocity (max)
66.6 - 67.6
Velo Range
65.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,572
Spin Rate (max)
1,491
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
70.0
Velocity (max)
68.6 - 69.6
Velo Range
68.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,218
Spin Rate (max)
1,164
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
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
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
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
87.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
85.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
82.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.5
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)
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)
70.0
Game Performance
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.70
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.91
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.07
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.
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 25, 2023
Swift
1.73
10-yd
4.01
30-yd
7.28
60-yd
18.7
Run speed (max)
1.49
RSi (max)
1.49
RSi (avg)
1,707
Jump Power (max)
28.2
Jump Height (max)
28.0
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2023
2022
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.
74.23
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.
67.62
Pitch Ai
2022
Arm Speed
The maximum speed, in the direction of home plate, that the wrist is traveling. Measured in meters per second (m/s)
Arm Slot
Angle of the forearm relative to the ground between maximum external rotation (MER) and ball release (BR). Which can be a powerful player comparison metric, delivered in degrees.
Knee Extension Velo
The angular velocity of the front knee straightening after foot plant, which provides indicators of velocity potential. Measured in degrees per second.
Deception
The amount of time that the ball is visible to the hitter, after the instant of front foot strike. Measures in milliseconds.
Hip-Shoulder Separation
The difference in angle of between the hips and shoulders, occurring close to the foot plant. Measured in degrees.
Lockport Preseason ID
Feb 21, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
Notes
News
- Illinois 2025 Rankings: Risers - Aug 29, 2024
- 2024 Prep Baseball Illinois First Team All-State - Jun 19, 2024
- Illinois Scout Blog: 3A/4A State Finals - Jun 17, 2024
- Final Illinois Power 25 Team Rankings - Jun 10, 2024
- Week 8 Games - May 9, 2024
- Week 6 Games - Apr 23, 2024
- Week 3 Games - Apr 2, 2024
- Preseason Power 25 Countdown: No. 3 Providence Catholic - Mar 11, 2024
- Team Illinois: Takeaways - Aug 1, 2023
- Team Illinois: Workout Day, Quick Hits - Jul 27, 2023
- 2023 Future Games Preview: Team Illinois - Jul 24, 2023
- Preseason All-State Underclass: Pitcher Analysis - May 19, 2023
- Preseason All-State Underclass: Infield Analysis - May 18, 2023
- Week 4 Games - Apr 12, 2023
- Preseason Power 25 Countdown: No. 11 Providence Catholic - Mar 10, 2023
- Preseason All State, Underclass: Quick Hits - Mar 1, 2023
- Preseason All-State, Underclass: Preview - Feb 23, 2023
- Lockport Preseason ID: Pitcher Analysis - Jun 14, 2022
- Lockport Preseason ID: Infield Analysis - Jun 5, 2022
- Lockport Preseason ID: Statistical Analysis - Feb 25, 2022
- Lockport Preseason ID: Quick Hits - Feb 24, 2022
- Lockport Future Prospects Showcase: Player Analysis - Aug 17, 2021
- Future Prospects Showcase - The MAX: Analysis - May 29, 2020
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Physical
2023
Grip Strgth (LH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (RH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Verbally committed to Minnesota.
Uncommitted. Currently ranked No. 44 in the state, and stands in at a well-proportioned 6-foot-1, 179-pounds. O’Donnell got the start at first base, while batting third, and later closed the game out to earn the save. At the plate, the right-handed hitter displayed a simple approach, not looking to do too much, and hit the ball hard in his final two at-bats, delivering the back-breaking blow late in the game with a two RBI single. He has an athletic, level swing that creates consistent line drive contact to all fields. O’Donnell then came in to close the game out for the Celtics and pounded the zone, only needing seven pitches to record the final three outs, working his fastball up to 88 mph. O’Donnell is one the state’s top remaining uncommitted prospects and will be one to watch heading into the summer.
Creighton commit. Currently ranked No. 37 in the state. Athletic and proportioned 6-foot-1, 179-pound frame, room for added strength. Started on the mound and fired five innings, surrendering five hits and three earned runs. The right-hander worked up to 87 mph early, sitting mostly 85-86 mph with running action to his arm-side. His breaking ball showed 11/5 shape, playing around 74-77 mph and getting up to 78 mph in the fifth inning even though his fastball dropped a couple ticks. He saw some success at the plate as well, finishing 1-for-2 with an RBI and a lineout to left. Simple and repeatable swing with a controlled load, shifting his weight back before moving through with a direct path, works to stay on top of the baseball.
Creighton commit, currently ranked No. 37 in the state. The athletic 6-foot-1, 179-pound infielder started at third base for the Celtics and showed natural and comfortable actions for the position, with an accurate arm across the diamond to pair. Offensively the right-handed hitter batted out of the cleanup spot and went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run scored. O’Donnell has a rhythmic load and a swing that creates extension through contact, while repeatedly working the ball to the opposite part of the field.
Creighton commit. Currently ranked No. 37 in the state. Started on the mound for the Celtics and hit out of the four hole. On the mound, the right-hander still impressed despite unfavorable results, running his fastball up to 89 mph early with heavy arm-side run, cruising around 87-88 mph and settling in at 84-86 in the later innings. To pair off the fastball he went to a sharp curveball at 75-78 mph, playing with depth at times and showing the ability to land it for strikes. At the plate, the right-handed hitter barreled a ball through the left side for a single and also recorded a loud lineout to left field in his final at-bat. Comfortable look in the box, controlled load with a coil, hangs foot into a medium stride, athletic hands that work through the zone.
INF Nathan O’Donnell (Providence Catholic, 2025; Creighton commit) continued to swing a hot bat this weekend, as the recent Future Gamer collected multiple knocks in our brief look. Showed the ability to remain on-time and adjust to off-speed, keeps his hands back and fires through with a flat path. Soft hands with fluid footwork on the infield, easy range to both sides of the glove.
INF/RHP Nathan O’Donnell (Providence Catholic, 2025) made a statement with a loud home run to deep left-center field off of a quality upper-80s arm on Saturday morning. The Creighton commit, who was apart of Team Illinois at this summer's Future Games, has a knack for hard, loud contact and swings with controlled aggression.
Verbally committed to Creighton.
PBR Future Games: A right-handed bat that showed juice in spurts throughout the week: INF Nathan O’Donnell(Providence Catholic, 2025). The 6-foot-1, 190-pound O’Donnell took one of the more impressive BP rounds for Team Illinois, blasting balls on repeat into the right-center gap from an intentful right-handed swing. His furthest ball traveled 367 feet, per TrackMan, while his firmest jumped off his barrel at 97.7 mph, averaging 89.3 mph per batted ball. Aside from his BP at the workout, O’Donnell repeated his efforts before Team Illinois’ second game, hitting six straight balls off the left-center wall in pre-game batting practice, and he also barreled a loud double that way in his first at-bat of the event against Pennsylvania. Also, a follow on the mound, O’Donnell, got one inning in Game two of the event where he flashed his three-pitch repertoire and remains an arm to follow in the class. Name to know in the 2025 class following the Future Games.
PBR Future Games: INF Nathan O’Donnell (Providence Catholic, 2025) was another Illinois infielder who was all over the barrel with some authority during BP. O’Donnell, a 6-foot-1, 180-pound, right-handed hitter, swung with controlled aggression, was on time and hammered baseballs to the big part of the diamond throughout, with balls jumping off the barrel at times. O’Donnell peaked at 97.7 mph off the bat, 89.1 average and launched his furthest batted ball 367’. He also registered four balls over 350’ and three balls came off the bat at 96+ mph. Defensively he is a steady corner infield defender who ran a 7.07 60 and topped at 85 mph across.
Uncommitted. 6-foot-1, 180-pound, well-proportioned, athletically-built, right-handed hitting two-way prospect. Got the start on the mound and hit in the five-hole. Was impressive on the mound, showing a polished three-pitch mix throughout while pounding the zone at an above-average rate (71% strikes on 42 pitches). Worked four innings, scattered three hits, one run, struck out four and walked one. Clean, compact arm action plays out of a high ¾ slot with seemingly much more velocity to come. Repeated well throughout and plays with minimal effort down the mound. Fastball works mostly straight, occasional arm-side-action, controlled the zone and sat 81-83 mph throughout (was up to 87.9 mph this winter). Curveball is an above average offering at 74-75 mph with 11/5 shape and depth. He also flashed a changeup at 76 mph with a feel for the zone. Offensively, he is equally as intriguing taking a number of quality at-bats and swings throughout. He finished 2-for-4 with a double and three RBI. He was consistently on-time while staying short and flat through the zone with twitchy, athletic hands and jump off the barrel. O'Donnell's biggest swing of the day was a two-run double deep down the right-field line. High-follow uncommitted sophomore with an advanced feel for the game and true two-way potential.
3B/RHP Nathan O’Donnell (Providence Catholic, 2025) was yet another right-handed arm who should not put the bat down anytime soon. On the mound worked with a different kind of pace and intent to deliver an upper 80’s fastball at 86-88 mph. O’Donnel threw his curveball with similar conviction at 75-67 mph with 11/5 shape. The bulldog approach to his ‘pen was apparent and if carried over into the season, will impact his game performance even more than his stuff already does.
Positional Profile: 3B
Body: 6-1, 180-pounds. Well-proportioned build with strength.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open stance with a small bend in knees. Small load and knee trigger. Strong, loose hands, present twitch and jump off the barrel, hard contact throughout.
Power: 94 max exit velocity, averaged 88.8 mph. 312’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 86 mph. Life and carry with backspin, high 3/4 release.
Defense: Athletic two-hand gather, plays through the ball, easy/athletic strides to cover ground, controls body well on the move.
Run: 7.28 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Works with effort and intent, uptempo pace, slight drop and drive and recoil finish.
Arm Action: RH. High 3/4 slot.
FB: T88, 86-88 mph. Above average for age, intent in the zone, T2034, 1987 average rpm.
CB: 74-76 mph. Firm breaking ball, plays with 11/5 shape, depth and feel. T1937, 1855 average rpm.
CH: 79-80 mph. Showed sink and fade action, fastball arm speed. T1504, 1464 average rpm.
3B/RHP Nathan O’Donnell (Providence Catholic, 2025) was yet another right-handed arm who should not put the bat down anytime soon. On the mound worked with a different kind of pace and intent to deliver an upper 80’s fastball at 86-88 mph. O’Donnel threw his curveball with similar conviction at 75-67 mph with 11/5 shape. The bulldog approach to his ‘pen was apparent and if carried over into the season, will impact his game performance even more than his stuff already does.
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 5-11, 165-pounds. Athletic build. Plenty of room for continued physical development.
Delivery: Low-effort, smooth, tall and fall delivery. Coil through front side at balance point. Works on line. Lands front toe closed.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action. Plays from a high 3/4 arm slot.
FB: T83.2, 81.0-83.2 mph. True four-seam; efficient backspin with some carry characteristics. Projects well; jumps at times. T1886, 1817 average rpm.
SL: 66.6-67.6 mph. Occasional depth, 12/6 to 11/5 action. T1572, 1491 average rpm.
CH: 68.6-69.6 mph. Slight deceleration but matches slot effectively; straight change. T1218, 1164 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 3B
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, hands load back as bat wraps, short stride. Quick hands, short and level path to contact, on the barrel to all fields, covers the plate. Athletic, repeats.
Power: 90.4 max exit velocity, averaged 84.7 mph. 285’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 83 mph. Short, quick arm action. High 3/4 arm slot.
Defense: Good hands. Fluid footwork. Loose, easy infield actions.
Run: 7.28 runner in the 60.
RHP/INF Nathan O’Donnell (Providence Catholic, 2025) flashed two-way intrigue to our scouts at Monday’s event. Offensively, O’Donnell showed quick hands with a short and level path to contact, staying on the barrel to all fields while covering the plate. On the mound, O’Donnell’s 83.2 mph max fastball velocity was the highest among freshmen at the event. It’s an efficient, true four-seamer that projects well as he continues to develop and add strength, and it doesn’t take him much effort to reach the low-80s, either. Defensively O’Donnell showcased an advanced feel for the infield. He has a loose arm and smooth actions. His top velocity on the infield was 83 mph which comes from a short, quick arm action and releases from a high ¾ arm slot. He has fluid footwork and clean hands that allowed him to stand out in the infield.
Positional Profile: 3B
Body: 5-10, 164-pounds.
Defense: Easy infield actions, steady hands, clean exchanges, plays with proper direction at times.
Arm: RH. INF - 72 mph. Long arm action, over-the-top arm slot.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, slight crouch, short stride, simple pre-pitch actions. Short, level swing, simple/repeatable, gap-to-gap approach, line drives.
Power: 79 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Run: 7.90 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Athletic tall and fall delivery, quick tempo, flashes easy effort, lands square, works in line with target, level shoulders.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, high 3/4 arm slot.
FB: T79, 75-78 mph. Heavy ball for his age, plays downhill.
CB: 68-71 mph. Tight action, 10/4 shape.
CH: 69-71 mph. Arm side fade, arm speed similar to fastball.
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-6, 130-pounds. High-waisted.
Defense: Athletic feet, comfortable up the middle, steady two-hand gather,
Arm: RH. INF - 63 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Hit: RH. Balanced setup, smooth load, minimal stride. Quick bat, short and level path, ball jumps off the barrel.
Power: 70 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Run: 8.21 runner in the 60.