26.2
Hand Speed (max)
10/31/21
CLASS OF 2023
MIF
RHP
Michael
Carter
Franklin College
perry meridian (HS) • IN
6' 20" • 180LBS
R/R • 20yr 2mo
Travel Team: Bam
perry meridian (HS) • IN
6' 20" • 180LBS
R/R • 20yr 2mo
Travel Team: Bam
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
74.6
Bat Speed (max)
10/31/21
30.3
Rot. Acc (max)
9/11/22
50
Hard Hit %
9/11/22
94.2
Exit Velocity (max)
9/11/22
83.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
9/11/22
298
Distance (max)
10/31/21
45
Sweet Spot %
10/31/21
7
60
9/11/22
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
17.5
Run speed (max)
9/11/22
83
INF Velo
9/11/22
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
85.3
Velocity (max)
9/11/22
81.1 - 83.6
Velo Range
9/11/22
1885
Spin Rate (avg)
9/11/22
Changeup
59.3 - 61.1
Velo Range
9/16/20
1063
Spin Rate (avg)
9/16/20
Curveball
62 - 64
Velo Range
9/16/20
1730
Spin Rate (avg)
9/16/20
Slider
75.3 - 76.5
Velo Range
9/11/22
2143
Spin Rate (avg)
9/11/22
Positional Tools
2022
2021
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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).
83.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.30
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
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.
12.3
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.55
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.
11.9
Hitting
2022
2021
2020
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
94.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
295
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
155
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
19.1
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).
90.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
298
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
188
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.0
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).
89.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
290
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
136
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.0
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.
BAM Scout Day
Sep 11, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
94.2
Exit Velocity (max)
83.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
155
Distance (avg)
295
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
BAM Scout Day
Oct 31, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
90.1
Exit Velocity (max)
77.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
188
Distance (avg)
298
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Powerhouse Scout Day
Sep 16, 2020
Trackman - Hitting
89.9
Exit Velocity (max)
79.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
136
Distance (avg)
290
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2022
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
25.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
24.4
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
70.8
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.
26.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
24.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
74.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
72.7
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.
BAM Scout Day
Sep 11, 2022
Blast - Hitting
25.2
Hand Speed (max)
24.4
Hand Speed (avg)
73.1
Bat Speed (max)
70.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
BAM Scout Day
Oct 31, 2021
Blast - Hitting
26.2
Hand Speed (max)
24.7
Hand Speed (avg)
74.6
Bat Speed (max)
72.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
2021
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.3
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.3
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).
1885
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.9
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).
2143
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).
78.3
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).
1581
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.
20.2
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).
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).
1752
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).
80.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.4
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).
1705
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).
62.9
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).
1730
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).
60.2
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).
1063
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).
BAM Scout Day
Sep 11, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
85.3
Velocity (max)
81.1 - 83.6
Velo Range
79.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,971
Spin Rate (max)
1,885
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
76.5
Velocity (max)
75.3 - 76.5
Velo Range
72.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,213
Spin Rate (max)
2,143
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
BAM Scout Day
Oct 31, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
81.2
Velocity (max)
76.8 - 79.8
Velo Range
76.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,689
Spin Rate (max)
1,581
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
69.0
Velocity (max)
65.6 - 68.6
Velo Range
65.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,817
Spin Rate (max)
1,752
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Powerhouse Scout Day
Sep 16, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
80.5
Velocity (max)
75.2 - 79.7
Velo Range
75.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,785
Spin Rate (max)
1,705
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
63.6
Velocity (max)
62.3 - 63.5
Velo Range
60.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,746
Spin Rate (max)
1,730
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
61.2
Velocity (max)
59.3 - 61.1
Velo Range
60.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,088
Spin Rate (max)
1,063
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2022
2021
2020
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
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.
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
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.
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
2021
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.5
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).
81.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
63.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
60.0
Game Performance
2022
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.00
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.
BAM Scout Day
Sep 11, 2022
Swift
7.00
60-yd
17.5
Run speed (max)
8.6
Run Speed (avg)
1.91
RSi (max)
2.55
RSi (avg)
1,643
Jump Power (max)
29.6
Jump Height (max)
29.6
Jump Height (avg)
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Michael Carter, perry meridian, 2023, IN
Position: SS/RHP
Body: 6-foot-2, 180-pound projectable long frame.
Hit: (RHH) Capable. Began in a balanced athletic stance with a smooth load, then used a controlled leg kick. Flashed bat speed. Good extension on his finish, loose uphill swing. Aggressive approach.
Power: 94.2 mph exit velocity, average 83.5 mph. 70.8 mph bat speed average. 24.4 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (IF) Soft hands, athletic in control footwork, clean exchange. Smooth projectable.
Arm: 83 mph infield velocity. Loose arm action, high ¾ slot.
Speed: 7.00 (60-yard).
Pitching: Projectable. Tilt-and-topple delivery, some effort. High ¾ arm angle, good arm speed, long loose arm action. Tall balance point, lands closed, an athletic finish.
FB: T85. 81-84 mph. (Max spin 1689; Avg 1581). In the zone accuracy, some sinking action.
CB: 75-76 mph. In the zone down in the zone command, tight swing and miss action.
Michael Carter, perry meridian, 2023, IN
Position: SS/RHP
Body: 6-foot-1, 170-pound projectable long build.
Hit: (RHH) Solid. Starts in a balanced crouched stance with a smooth load, then uses a short controlled stride. Quick efficient bat speed. Good extension on his finish, loose uphill swing. Aggressive pull side approach.
Power: 90 mph exit velocity, average 77.7 mph. 72.7 mph bat speed average. 24.7 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (IF) Soft hands, athletic in control footwork, clean exchange. Smooth projectable.
Arm: 76 mph infield velocity. Short arm action, high ¾ slot.
Speed: 7.30 (60-yard).
Pitching: Feel delivery, easy effort. High ¾ arm angle, quick arm speed, loose arm action. Tall balance point, an athletic finish.
FB: T81. 77-80 mph. (Max spin 1689; Avg 1581). Down in the zone accuracy, some sinking action.
SL: 66-69 mph. Glove side command, sweeping action. (Max spin 1816; Avg 1751).
Michael Carter, perry meridian, 2023, IN
Position: SS/RHP
Body: 6-foot-2, 165-pound projectable frame
Hit: Started in a tall stance with a controlled load, then used a leg kick to initiate his swing. Explosive bat speed.
Power: 90 mph exit velocity.
Defense: Infield, Soft hands, rhythmic footwork.
Arm: 74 Infield velocity. ¾ slot.
Speed: 7.55
CB: 62-64 mph. 1/7 break with some command.
CH: 59-61 mph. depth out of the hand.