91.2
Velocity (max)
2/25/23
CLASS OF 2024
RHP
1B
Tom
Ford
Iowa Western CC
Lisle (HS) • IL
6' 6" • 185LBS
R/R • 18yr 11mo
Travel Team: Artillery Scout 2024
Lisle (HS) • IL
6' 6" • 185LBS
R/R • 18yr 11mo
Travel Team: Artillery Scout 2024
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
89 - 91
Velo Range
2/25/23
2337
Spin Rate (avg)
2/26/22
Changeup
83.6 - 86.1
Velo Range
2/25/23
2068
Spin Rate (avg)
2/26/22
Curveball
74.1 - 76.5
Velo Range
2/25/23
2222
Spin Rate (avg)
2/25/23
Slider
73 - 76
Velo Range
2/26/22
2237
Spin Rate (avg)
2/26/22
91.2
Exit Velocity (max)
10/05/21
76.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
10/05/21
259
Distance (max)
10/05/21
50
Sweet Spot %
10/05/21
20.8
Hand Speed (max)
10/05/21
71.1
Bat Speed (max)
10/05/21
19.3
Rot. Acc (max)
10/05/21
13
Hard Hit %
10/05/21
7.09
60
6/28/22
3.99
30-yd
6/28/22
1.75
10-yd
7/27/22
19.8
Run speed (max)
6/28/22
74
INF Velo
10/05/21
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OF Velo
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Positional Tools
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)
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).
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.
12.5
Hitting
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
259
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
144
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.4
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.
Team Easton Scout Day
Oct 5, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
91.2
Exit Velocity (max)
76.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
144
Distance (avg)
259
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
71.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
67.7
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.
Team Easton Scout Day
Oct 5, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.8
Hand Speed (max)
20.2
Hand Speed (avg)
71.1
Bat Speed (max)
67.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2023
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.9
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).
2298
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.
25.5
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).
75.3
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).
2222
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).
84.8
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).
2012
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).
90.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.6
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).
2297
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.
26.9
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).
70.4
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).
2093
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).
77.8
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).
2068
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).
72.6
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).
2115
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).
83.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.4
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).
2188
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.
26.9
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).
1958
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).
73.3
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).
1862
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).
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 25, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
91.2
Velocity (max)
89.2 - 90.7
Velo Range
88.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,335
Spin Rate (max)
2,298
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
76.5
Velocity (max)
74.1 - 76.5
Velo Range
73.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,369
Spin Rate (max)
2,222
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
86.4
Velocity (max)
83.6 - 86.1
Velo Range
83.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,149
Spin Rate (max)
2,012
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2022 PBR Future Games
Jul 27, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
87.4
Velocity (max)
83.7 - 86.8
Velo Range
83.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,488
Spin Rate (max)
2,314
Spin Rate (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Curveball
73.6
Velocity (max)
70.6 - 73.6
Velo Range
70.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,350
Spin Rate (max)
2,140
Spin Rate (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
73.0
Velocity (max)
71.9 - 72.8
Velo Range
70.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,121
Spin Rate (max)
2,090
Spin Rate (avg)
Spin Score (max)
West Suburban Open
Jun 28, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
90.8
Velocity (max)
86.5 - 89.5
Velo Range
85.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,286
Spin Rate (max)
2,162
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
70.1
Velocity (max)
68.2 - 69.7
Velo Range
67.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,119
Spin Rate (max)
2,055
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
74.3
Velocity (max)
68.9 - 73.9
Velo Range
69.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,067
Spin Rate (max)
2,019
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 26, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
87.1
Velocity (max)
83.5 - 86.1
Velo Range
84.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,471
Spin Rate (max)
2,337
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
75.7
Velocity (max)
72.7 - 75.5
Velo Range
73.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,274
Spin Rate (max)
2,237
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
78.7
Velocity (max)
77.2 - 78.4
Velo Range
77.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,181
Spin Rate (max)
2,068
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Team Easton Scout Day
Oct 5, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
83.5
Velocity (max)
80.2 - 82.6
Velo Range
80.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,335
Spin Rate (max)
2,188
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
69.8
Velocity (max)
68.2 - 69.8
Velo Range
68.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,035
Spin Rate (max)
1,958
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
74.4
Velocity (max)
72.5 - 74.1
Velo Range
71.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,984
Spin Rate (max)
1,862
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2023
2021
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
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
90.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
85.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
86.5
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
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.2
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)
81.5
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
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.5
Game Performance
2023
2022
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.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.75
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.99
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.09
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: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 25, 2023
Swift
3.36
RSi (max)
3.36
RSi (avg)
1,780
Jump Power (max)
30.2
Jump Height (max)
30.0
Jump Height (avg)
West Suburban Open
Jun 28, 2022
Swift
1.76
10-yd
3.99
30-yd
7.09
60-yd
19.8
Run speed (max)
8.5
Run Speed (avg)
2.75
RSi (max)
2.09
RSi (avg)
1,610
Jump Power (max)
26.9
Jump Height (max)
26.9
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
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.
2022 PBR Future Games
Jul 27, 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)
West Suburban Open
Jun 28, 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)
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 26, 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
- Preseason All-State Upperclass: Top Overall Prospects - May 12, 2023
- Preseason All-State Upperclass: Pitcher Analysis - May 11, 2023
- Preseason All State, Upperclass: Quick Hits - Mar 2, 2023
- Preseason All-State, Upperclass: Preview - Feb 24, 2023
- Preseason All-State, Underclass: Preview - Feb 23, 2023
- Memorable in the Madness - Sep 21, 2022
- PBR Future Games: Statistical Analysis - Sep 1, 2022
- Future Games: Team Illinois Game 2 Recap - Jul 29, 2022
- PBR Future Games: Team Illinois Preview - Jul 20, 2022
- Preseason All-State Underclass: Pitcher Analysis - Jul 7, 2022
- West Suburban Open: Quick Hits - Jul 6, 2022
- Illinois Class of 2024 Rankings Update: Uncommitted Follows - May 24, 2022
- Preseason All-State: Underclass TrackMan Files - Mar 3, 2022
- Preseason All-State: Underclass Statistical Analysis - Mar 2, 2022
- Preseason All-State: Underclass Quick Hits - Mar 1, 2022
- IL Preseason All-State - Underclass: Preview - Feb 25, 2022
- Best of 2021: Max Exit Velocity Leaders - Jan 11, 2022
- Team Easton Scout Day: Takeaways - Oct 26, 2021
- Team Easton Scout Day: Statistical Analysis - Oct 12, 2021
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RHP Tom Ford (Lisle, 2024) is a long levered arm who’s body screams upside. His 6-foot-6, 185-pound frame brings an 89-91 mph fastball with presence in the strike zone. He showed an 11/5 curveball as well with similar feel and repeated a low and away location at 74-76 mph.
Positional Profile: RHP/1B
Body: 6-6, 185-pounds. Tall, lanky build, high-waisted.
Delivery: Stretch-only delivery, toe lift into balance, slight collapse on back side works into glove side.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose, clean arm, 3/4 slot.
FB: T91, 89-91 mph. Controlled the zone with back spinning fastball, flashed ride. T2335, 2298 average rpm.
CB: 74-76 mph. 11/5 shape, above average spin for age, showed feel. T2369, 2222 average rpm.
CH: 84-86 mph. Firm grip, plays straight and firm. T2149, 2012 average rpm.
The biggest winner on the mound from last Tuesday’s event was RHP Tom Ford (Lisle, 2024). Standing at a lanky 6-foot-6, 185-pounds, Ford has plenty of room to fill out his high-waisted and projectable frame. His delivery is simple, pitching exclusively out of the stretch with a drop/drive lower-half, remaining in-line to the plate throughout his stride. His arm works loose and quick with a long arm circle out of the glove, transitioning into a high ¾ slot. The tall right-hander worked primarily in the 86-89 mph range, but reached back for 90-91 mph on his last couple bullets while playing with life at the top of the zone. His curveball looked to be his best off-speed offering on this day, playing with sharp 11/5 shape and downward action, also tunneling off his fastballs effectively while locating down under the zone, 68-70 mph. He went to a slider for his third offering, pulling off to his glove-side at times but flashing sharp 10/4 bullet action, 73-76 mph. Having seen Ford up to 88 mph this past winter, his three mph jump is no surprise as he has started to control his body down the mound more consistently.
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-5, 180-pounds. Long limbs, wiry, projectable build.
Delivery: Stretch only, controlled leg-lift into balance point, drop/drive lower-half, shoulders work level throughout stride, remains in-line to the plate.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm circle out of the glove, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T90.8, 86.5-89.5 mph. Ride through the zone. T2285, 2162 average rpm.
CB: 68.2-69.7 mph. Sharp 11/5 action, flashed feel down in the zone. T2118, 2055 average rpm.
SL: 68.9-73.9 mph. Sharp 10/4, pulled to the glove side at times. T2066, 2019 average rpm.
Positional Profile: RHP/1B
Body: 6-5, 190-pounds. Long, lanky build. Projectable.
Delivery: Pitched exclusively from the stretch, slow paced leg lift. Up-tempo delivery from balance point, slight drop and drive lower half while remaining in line.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm swing. Loose arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T87.1, 83.5-86.1 mph. Straight four seam fastball. T2471, 2337 average rpm.
SL: 72.7-75.5 mph. Hard slider, 10/4 shape, darting late lateral action. T2274, 2236 average rpm.
CH: 77.2-78.4 mph. Straight change, occasional arm side fade. T2180, 2068 average rpm.