The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.00
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
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.
11.3
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.35
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield 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.
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.
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.
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.
Hudson Byrd: OF/RHP, (2024) Blue Valley, KS. 6-foot, 140-pound slim frame. At the plate, Byrd clocked an exit velocity of 69 mph. Began in a tall athletic stance with a controlled load, then used a toe tap before his swing. Had short swing plane, average bat speed and high finish. Barreled up some balls during his round. Up the middle approach. Above average in the outfield, his throws to the bases were maxed out at 72 mph; shows sure hands, athletic feet and a clean exchange. Showed a long arm action and an-over-the-top slot. Recorded a time of 7.35 in the 60-yard dash. Average on the mound, where he showed some arm speed, he had a loose arm action with a ¾ arm angle. Slow-tempo type pitcher and uses easy effort. He has even shoulders with low balance point. Lands soft with a clean finish. Threw his fastball 71-72 mph; showed arm side command, flat. His curveball (55-56) showed gradual action. Changeup (62-63) is around the zone.
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Hudson Byrd: OF/RHP, (2024) Blue Valley, KS. 6-foot, 140-pound slim frame. In the box, Byrd had a max exit velocity of 69 mph. Begins in a tall athletic stance with a controlled load, then uses a toe tap to start his swing. Bat speed was average, displayed short swing plane and high finish. Through his round he found some barrels. Up the middle approach. Above average in the outfield, his best throws to the infield topped out at 72 mph; has athletic feet, a clean exchange and sure hands. Used an-over-the-top slot and a long arm action. Clocked a time of 7.35 in the 60-yard dash. Average on the mound, used a loose arm action with a ¾ arm angle while showing some arm speed. Slow-tempo type pitcher who uses easy effort. Even shoulders with low balance point. Lands soft with a clean finish. Threw his fastball 71-72 mph keeping its plane in the strike zone. His curveball (55-56) has gradual action. He had in the zone accuracy on changeup (62-63).
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Hudson Byrd: OF/RHP, (2024) Blue Valley, KS. 6-foot, 140-pound slim frame. At the plate, Byrd clocked an exit velocity of 69 mph. Began in a tall athletic stance with a controlled load, then used a toe tap before his swing. Had short swing plane, average bat speed and high finish. Barreled up some balls during his round. Up the middle approach. Above average in the outfield, his throws to the bases were maxed out at 72 mph; shows sure hands, athletic feet and a clean exchange. Showed a long arm action and an-over-the-top slot. Recorded a time of 7.35 in the 60-yard dash. Average on the mound, where he showed some arm speed, he had a loose arm action with a ¾ arm angle. Slow-tempo type pitcher and uses easy effort. He has even shoulders with low balance point. Lands soft with a clean finish. Threw his fastball 71-72 mph; showed arm side command, flat. His curveball (55-56) showed gradual action. Changeup (62-63) is around the zone.
Hudson Byrd: OF/RHP, (2024) Blue Valley, KS. 6-foot, 140-pound slim frame. In the box, Byrd had a max exit velocity of 69 mph. Begins in a tall athletic stance with a controlled load, then uses a toe tap to start his swing. Bat speed was average, displayed short swing plane and high finish. Through his round he found some barrels. Up the middle approach. Above average in the outfield, his best throws to the infield topped out at 72 mph; has athletic feet, a clean exchange and sure hands. Used an-over-the-top slot and a long arm action. Clocked a time of 7.35 in the 60-yard dash. Average on the mound, used a loose arm action with a ¾ arm angle while showing some arm speed. Slow-tempo type pitcher who uses easy effort. Even shoulders with low balance point. Lands soft with a clean finish. Threw his fastball 71-72 mph keeping its plane in the strike zone. His curveball (55-56) has gradual action. He had in the zone accuracy on changeup (62-63).