24.7
Hand Speed (max)
2/27/22
CLASS OF 2024
OF
RHP
Grant
Essig
Grand Valley State
Orchard Lake St. Mary's Prep (HS) • MI
5' 8" • 160LBS
R/R • 18yr 10mo
Travel Team: Southwest Oakland Warriors
Orchard Lake St. Mary's Prep (HS) • MI
5' 8" • 160LBS
R/R • 18yr 10mo
Travel Team: Southwest Oakland Warriors
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
76.5
Bat Speed (max)
2/27/22
34.7
Rot. Acc (max)
2/27/22
-
Hard Hit %
89.1
Exit Velocity (max)
7/06/22
84.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
7/06/22
311
Distance (max)
2/27/22
67
Sweet Spot %
7/06/22
7.41
60
2/27/22
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
-
INF Velo
91
OF Velo
2/27/22
73
C Velo
3/08/20
2.17 - 2.28
Pop Time
7/28/20
Fastball
85
Velocity (max)
6/29/23
83 - 85
Velo Range
6/29/23
2160
Spin Rate (avg)
2/27/22
Changeup
77 - 79
Velo Range
6/29/23
1566
Spin Rate (avg)
7/06/22
Curveball
74 - 76
Velo Range
6/29/23
2334
Spin Rate (avg)
2/27/22
Positional Tools
2022
2021
2020
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.41
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.0
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.
12.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.43
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
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.
11.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.58
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.17 - 2.28
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.0
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
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.
10.8
Hitting
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
311
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
174
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.2
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).
81.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
277
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
174
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
27.3
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.
2022 Michigan Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jul 6, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
89.1
Exit Velocity (max)
84.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
201
Distance (avg)
309
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 Eastern Michigan Preseason All-State (Invite Only)
Feb 27, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
89.0
Exit Velocity (max)
80.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
153
Distance (avg)
311
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Michigan Top Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 22, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
81.5
Exit Velocity (max)
73.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
186
Distance (avg)
277
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: SWOW 3.7.21
Mar 7, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
81.0
Exit Velocity (max)
72.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
161
Distance (avg)
220
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.
24.7
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
76.5
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
70.9
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.
21.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.4
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
65.3
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.
2022 Michigan Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jul 6, 2022
Blast - Hitting
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
22.2
Hand Speed (avg)
74.3
Bat Speed (max)
70.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 Eastern Michigan Preseason All-State (Invite Only)
Feb 27, 2022
Blast - Hitting
24.7
Hand Speed (max)
23.1
Hand Speed (avg)
76.5
Bat Speed (max)
71.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 Michigan Top Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 22, 2021
Blast - Hitting
21.1
Hand Speed (max)
20.3
Hand Speed (avg)
68.8
Bat Speed (max)
64.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Scout Day: SWOW 3.7.21
Mar 7, 2021
Blast - Hitting
21.5
Hand Speed (max)
20.5
Hand Speed (avg)
68.9
Bat Speed (max)
66.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.3
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).
2087
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.
26.0
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).
70.7
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).
1906
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).
72.1
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).
1563
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).
79.3
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.9
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).
2055
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.
26.4
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).
70.5
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).
2084
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).
71.6
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).
1323
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).
2022 Michigan Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jul 6, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
80.6
Velocity (max)
79.0 - 80.4
Velo Range
78.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,162
Spin Rate (max)
2,057
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
71.9
Velocity (max)
69.5 - 71.9
Velo Range
68.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,310
Spin Rate (max)
1,820
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
71.6
Velocity (max)
69.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,566
Spin Rate (max)
1,566
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2022 Eastern Michigan Preseason All-State (Invite Only)
Feb 27, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
82.8
Velocity (max)
81.0 - 82.7
Velo Range
81.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,192
Spin Rate (max)
2,160
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)
69.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,334
Spin Rate (max)
2,334
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
72.8
Velocity (max)
71.5 - 72.8
Velo Range
71.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,586
Spin Rate (max)
1,562
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Scout Day: SWOW 3.7.21
Mar 7, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
79.3
Velocity (max)
76.7 - 79.1
Velo Range
76.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,165
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 - Curveball
71.1
Velocity (max)
70.0 - 71.1
Velo Range
67.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,122
Spin Rate (max)
2,084
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
72.0
Velocity (max)
71.2 - 72.0
Velo Range
68.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,337
Spin Rate (max)
1,323
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2021
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
2022
2021
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
82.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.0
Changeup
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).
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)
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)
78.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.0
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)
75.0
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
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
61.0
Game Performance
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Notes
News
- Results From 2022 Michigan Prospect Games - Jul 7, 2022
- 2022 Eastern Preseason All-State Showcase - Quick Hits - Mar 1, 2022
- Results From 2022 Eastern Michigan Preseason All-State - Feb 28, 2022
- Results From 2021 Michigan Top Prospect Games - Jun 24, 2021
- Results From 2021 Scout Day: SWOW - Mar 8, 2021
- 2020 Future 50 - Class of 2024-2025 - Advanced Metrics w/Trackman and Blast Tech - Aug 1, 2020
- Results From 2020 Future 50 - Class of 2024-2025 - Jul 29, 2020
- Results from 2020 Junior Future Games Trials - Mar 9, 2020
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Grant Essig: LF/RHP, (2024) Orchard Lake St. Mary's Prep, MI. 5-foot-8, 145-pound. Athletic during batting practice, the right-handed hitter had an exit velocity of 89 mph. (70.0 mph bat speed average). (22.2 mph hand speed average). Started in an open narrow stance with a quick load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed is present, uses a simple swing plane and high finish. Through the round he found some barrels with some loud contact. Pull side up the middle approach. Solid from the outfield, his best throws to the bases were registered at 86 mph; showed a packing exchange, choppy in control feet, and sure hands. Uses his glove one hand. In the 60-yard dash, recorded a time of 7.53. Athletic above average on the mound, showed quick above average arm speed, also used an over-the-top arm angle with a short loose arm action. Tilt-and-topple up-tempo type pitcher who shows easy effort. During his delivery balance point is tall with in line shoulders. Lands open with an athletic recoil finish. Curveball (68-71 mph), changeup (71-73 mph). Produced a fastball that came in at 78-80 mph and topped out at 81 mph; (Max spin 2162; Avg 2056).
Grant Essig: LF/RHP, (2024) Orchard Lake St. Mary's Prep, MI. 5-foot-8, 145-pound. Athletic during batting practice, the right-handed hitter had an exit velocity of 89 mph. (70.0 mph bat speed average). (22.2 mph hand speed average). Started in an open narrow stance with a quick load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed is present, uses a simple swing plane and high finish. Through the round he found some barrels with some loud contact. Pull side up the middle approach. Solid from the outfield, his best throws to the bases were registered at 86 mph; showed a packing exchange, choppy in control feet, and sure hands. Uses his glove one hand. In the 60-yard dash, recorded a time of 7.53. Athletic above average on the mound, showed quick above average arm speed, also used an over-the-top arm angle with a short loose arm action. Tilt-and-topple up-tempo type pitcher who shows easy effort. During his delivery balance point is tall with in line shoulders. Lands open with an athletic recoil finish. Curveball (68-71 mph), changeup (71-73 mph). Produced a fastball that came in at 78-80 mph and topped out at 81 mph; (Max spin 2162; Avg 2056).
Player Spotlight
Grant Essig: OF/RHP, (2024) Orchard Lake St. Mary's Prep, MI. 5-foot-6, 145-pound. Capable at the plate, Essig's best exit velocity was 81 mph. (63.98 mph bat speed average). (20.29 mph hand speed average). Starts in a balanced athletic stance with a compact load, then uses a short stride. Level swing plane. Line drive approach. Solid from the outfield, he displayed a position velocity of 82 mph; has sure hands, a quick clean exchange, and consistent feet. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. During the event, recorded a 60 time of 7.44. (Max spin ; Avg ).
Scout Evaluation
Grant Essig, Orchard Lake St. Mary's Prep, 2024, MI
Position: OF/RHP
Body: 5-foot-6, 145-pound.
Hit: (RHH) Capable. Began in a balanced athletic stance with a compact load, then used a short stride. Line drive approach.
Power: 81 mph exit velocity, average 73.03 mph. 63.98 mph bat speed average. 20.29 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (OF) Sure hands, consistent footwork, quick clean exchange. Solid. Fielded the ball out front with athletic movement laterally.
Arm: 82 mph outfield velocity.
Speed: 7.44 (60-yard).
Player Spotlight
Grant Essig: OF/RHP, (2024) Orchard Lake St. Mary's Prep, MI. 5-foot-6, 141-pound. During batting practice, Essig recorded an exit velocity of 80 mph. Recorded an outfield position velocity of 86 mph. In the 60-yard dash, he clocked a time of 7.43. On the mound, produced a fastball that came in at 77-78 mph and topped out at 79 mph. Curveball (70-71 mph), changeup (71-72 mph).
Scout Evaluation
Grant Essig, Orchard Lake St. Mary's Prep, 2024, MI
Position: OF/RHP
Body: 5-foot-6, 141-pound .
Power: 80 mph exit velocity, average 72.21 mph. 66.59 mph bat speed average. 20.46 mph hand speed average.
Arm: 86 mph outfield velocity.
Speed: 7.43 (60-yard).
FB: T79. 77-78 mph. (Max spin 2165; Avg 2055).
CB: 70-71 mph.
CH: 71-72 mph.
Grant Essig: OF/C, (2024) Orchard Lake St. Mary's, MI. 5-foot-5, 128-pound. In the box, Essig had an exit velocity of 82 mph. Behind the plate, produced pop times of 2.17-2.28, he produced a position velocity of 72 mph during throw downs. In the outfield, his best throws to the infield topped out at 76 mph. Clocked a time of 7.58 in the 60-yard dash.
Fielding: In the outfield has a clam approach as he moves towards the ball taking a small step and throwing. Throws have carry showing an accurate throwing arm.
Hitting: At the plate has a balanced stance while keeping his hands back shows a short compact swing making solid contact at template. Drove multiple balls into the left center gap.