85
Velocity (max)
3/03/24
CLASS OF 2026
LHP
1B
Blake
Smythe
Franklin Community High School (HS) • IN
6' 3" • 270LBS
L/L • 17yr 2mo
Travel Team: Canes Midwest 16u
6' 3" • 270LBS
L/L • 17yr 2mo
Travel Team: Canes Midwest 16u
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
83 - 85
Velo Range
3/03/24
1924
Spin Rate (avg)
3/03/24
Changeup
77.4 - 80.4
Velo Range
3/03/24
1504
Spin Rate (avg)
3/03/24
Curveball
72 - 74
Velo Range
3/03/24
1926
Spin Rate (avg)
3/03/24
Slider
69 - 69
Velo Range
3/05/23
1772
Spin Rate (avg)
3/05/23
92.7
Exit Velocity (max)
3/05/23
79.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
7/19/22
293
Distance (max)
3/20/22
57
Sweet Spot %
7/19/22
23.4
Hand Speed (max)
7/19/22
78.8
Bat Speed (max)
7/19/22
28.2
Rot. Acc (max)
7/19/22
33
Hard Hit %
3/05/23
8.55
60
3/20/22
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30-yd
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10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
79
INF Velo
3/20/22
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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).
78.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.55
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
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.
10.3
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).
92.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
154
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
79
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.2
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).
87.9
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).
293
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
151
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
22.2
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.
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite Only)
Mar 5, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
92.7
Exit Velocity (max)
68.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
79
Distance (avg)
154
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Underclass Games (Invite Only)
Jul 19, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
87.9
Exit Velocity (max)
79.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
138
Distance (avg)
253
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
Southside Rising Stars ID
Mar 20, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
85.5
Exit Velocity (max)
73.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
165
Distance (avg)
293
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.
22.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.0
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.
69.9
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.
23.4
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
78.8
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
76.0
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.
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite Only)
Mar 5, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.5
Hand Speed (max)
21.0
Hand Speed (avg)
74.0
Bat Speed (max)
69.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Underclass Games (Invite Only)
Jul 19, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.4
Hand Speed (max)
22.0
Hand Speed (avg)
78.8
Bat Speed (max)
76.0
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).
84.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.1
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).
1924
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.
22.9
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).
72.8
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).
1926
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).
78.9
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).
1504
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).
79.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.1
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).
1690
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).
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).
1827
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.8
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).
1132
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).
69.0
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).
1772
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).
81.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.6
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).
1488
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.
18.9
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).
69.0
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).
1664
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).
70.9
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).
1178
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: Underclass (Invite Only)
Mar 3, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
84.7
Velocity (max)
83.5 - 84.7
Velo Range
84.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,027
Spin Rate (max)
1,924
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
74.1
Velocity (max)
71.7 - 74.0
Velo Range
72.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,960
Spin Rate (max)
1,926
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
80.6
Velocity (max)
77.4 - 80.4
Velo Range
78.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,545
Spin Rate (max)
1,504
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite Only)
Mar 5, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
79.2
Velocity (max)
73.7 - 79.2
Velo Range
76.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,933
Spin Rate (max)
1,690
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
71.2
Velocity (max)
69.6 - 71.2
Velo Range
68.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,966
Spin Rate (max)
1,827
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
69.0
Velocity (max)
68.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,772
Spin Rate (max)
1,772
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
72.6
Velocity (max)
71.3 - 72.4
Velo Range
71.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,188
Spin Rate (max)
1,132
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Underclass Games (Invite Only)
Jul 19, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
81.2
Velocity (max)
77.1 - 80.2
Velo Range
77.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,695
Spin Rate (max)
1,485
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
74.6
Velocity (max)
68.3 - 72.4
Velo Range
69.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,795
Spin Rate (max)
1,683
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
72.6
Velocity (max)
71.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,137
Spin Rate (max)
1,137
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Southside Rising Stars ID
Mar 20, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
79.8
Velocity (max)
77.3 - 79.5
Velo Range
77.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,590
Spin Rate (max)
1,497
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
68.1
Velocity (max)
65.6 - 68.1
Velo Range
65.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,773
Spin Rate (max)
1,625
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
73.9
Velocity (max)
68.1 - 73.0
Velo Range
70.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,296
Spin Rate (max)
1,186
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2024
2023
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
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
84.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.5
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)
70.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
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
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Position Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 6-2, 240-pounds. Sturdy, physical frame w/ tons of strength.
Hit: LHH. Tall stance. Short toe tap type stride w/ a compact load of the upper body. Produces big bat speed due to advanced strength. Level bat speed - lacks direction at times.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 68.8 mph. 154' max distance.
Arm: LH. INF-78 mph.Compact arm action from a 3/4 slot.
Defense: Sure handed defender that moves well laterally for his size.
Run: 7.97 runner in the 60.
Position Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 6-2, 240-pounds. Sturdy, physical frame w/ tons of strength.
Delivery: Raw delivery. Moderate balance point w/ a controlled move down the mound. Big crossfire landing that creates some deception.
Arm Action: LH. Compact arm action from a 3/4 slot.
FB: T79, 74-79 mph. Avg FB command w/ ASR at times. T1933, 1690 average rpm.
CB: 70-71 mph. Slurvey breaking ball that he can land for strikes. T1966, 1827 average rpm.
SL: 69-69 mph. T1772, 1772 average rpm.
CH: 71-72 mph. Some arm side fade. T1188, 1132 average rpm.
Blake Smythe, Franklin Community, 2026, IN
Position: 1B/LHP
Body: 6-foot-1, 220-pound solid build.
Hit: (LHH) Solid. Began in a tall stance with a controlled load, then used a short stride. Raw bat speed. Short rotational swing. Gap to gap approach.
Power: 87.9 mph exit velocity, average 79.3 mph. 76.0 mph bat speed average. 22.0 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (IF) Sure hands, developing footwork, natural exchange. Capable.
Arm: 75 mph infield velocity. Loose arm action, high ¾ slot.
Pitching: Projectable. Feel delivery, easy effort. High ¾ arm angle, developing arm speed, moderate arm action. Tall balance point, in line shoulders, lands closed, upright finish.
FB: 77-80 T 81 mph. (Max spin 1667; Avg 1507). Around the zone accuracy.
CB: 68-74 mph. 2/8 shape. (Max spin 1794; Avg 1683).