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Velocity (max)
CLASS OF 2022
RHP
1B
Ryan
Merkel
St. Mary's (HS) • MD
5' 10" • 178LBS
R/R • 20yr 3mo
5' 10" • 178LBS
R/R • 20yr 3mo
Rankings
2022 National
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2022 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
82 - 85
Velo Range
7/15/20
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Spin Rate (avg)
Curveball
67 - 70
Velo Range
7/15/20
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Spin Rate (avg)
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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)
83.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.0
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Mid-Atlantic Summer Championships
Merkel is 5-10 with an athletic frame that has some projection left to it. At the plate, hits from the right side from a slightly open upright balanced swing. Short stride on line, smooth load back, hips rotate and he maintains some balance. Short to ball, level line drive swing, keeps hands inside. On the mound, throws from a three-quarters arm slot with a short free arm action and normal effort. Shoulders level and closed, lands on line with an athletic finish. Fastball was 74-76 with some sink