18.5
Hand Speed (max)
2/19/22
CLASS OF 2024
1B
RHP
Nick
Slater
Caledonia (HS) • MI
6' 0" • 190LBS
R/R • 18yr 8mo
Travel Team: Elite
6' 0" • 190LBS
R/R • 18yr 8mo
Travel Team: Elite
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
87.2
Bat Speed (max)
2/19/22
13.4
Rot. Acc (max)
2/19/22
-
Hard Hit %
88.3
Exit Velocity (max)
2/19/22
80.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/19/22
320
Distance (max)
8/03/22
63
Sweet Spot %
2/19/22
7.64
60
8/03/22
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
85
INF Velo
8/03/22
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
88.8
Velocity (max)
2/18/23
87.2 - 88.7
Velo Range
2/18/23
2304
Spin Rate (avg)
2/18/23
Changeup
75.8 - 80.3
Velo Range
2/18/23
1844
Spin Rate (avg)
2/18/23
Curveball
67.8 - 70.6
Velo Range
8/03/22
2290
Spin Rate (avg)
2/19/22
Slider
73.5 - 74.6
Velo Range
2/18/23
2401
Spin Rate (avg)
2/18/23
Positional Tools
2022
2021
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.64
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
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.
11.6
Home to First
The athlete's fastest home-to-first time in the given event year. Measured from bat-on-ball to foot-on-bag, in seconds (s).
4.9
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
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).
88.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
320
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
205
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
23.5
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).
79.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
253
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
134
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
14.8
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 Western Michigan Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Aug 3, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
83.8
Exit Velocity (max)
72.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
181
Distance (avg)
320
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Elite Baseball 2.19.22
Feb 19, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
88.3
Exit Velocity (max)
80.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
217
Distance (avg)
288
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Sluggers Sports 2.20.21
Feb 20, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
79.1
Exit Velocity (max)
72.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
134
Distance (avg)
253
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.
18.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
16.5
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
87.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.1
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.
17.2
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
15.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
60.8
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
57.5
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.
Scout Day: Elite Baseball 2.19.22
Feb 19, 2022
Blast - Hitting
18.5
Hand Speed (max)
16.5
Hand Speed (avg)
87.2
Bat Speed (max)
69.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Scout Day: Sluggers Sports 2.20.21
Feb 20, 2021
Blast - Hitting
17.2
Hand Speed (max)
15.8
Hand Speed (avg)
60.8
Bat Speed (max)
57.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.4
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).
2245
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.
26.6
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).
68.8
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).
2283
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).
78.7
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).
1844
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).
74.0
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).
2401
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).
84.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.7
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).
2131
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.
26.1
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).
68.8
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).
2277
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).
76.3
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).
1661
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).
2023 Michigan Top Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 20, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
85.1
Velocity (max)
81.7 - 84.2
Velo Range
82.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,347
Spin Rate (max)
2,221
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
69.8
Velocity (max)
67.9 - 69.8
Velo Range
66.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,357
Spin Rate (max)
2,283
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Scout Day: Elite Baseball 2.18.23
Feb 18, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
88.8
Velocity (max)
87.2 - 88.7
Velo Range
87.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,401
Spin Rate (max)
2,304
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
74.7
Velocity (max)
73.5 - 74.6
Velo Range
72.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,494
Spin Rate (max)
2,401
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
80.3
Velocity (max)
75.8 - 80.3
Velo Range
77.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,399
Spin Rate (max)
1,844
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2022 Western Michigan Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Aug 3, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
84.2
Velocity (max)
80.4 - 83.2
Velo Range
80.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,197
Spin Rate (max)
2,100
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
70.8
Velocity (max)
67.8 - 70.6
Velo Range
67.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,472
Spin Rate (max)
2,272
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
75.8
Velocity (max)
74.3 - 75.8
Velo Range
74.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,730
Spin Rate (max)
1,724
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Scout Day: Elite Baseball 2.19.22
Feb 19, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
82.6
Velocity (max)
80.6 - 82.4
Velo Range
80.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,269
Spin Rate (max)
2,176
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
68.2
Velocity (max)
67.1 - 68.2
Velo Range
65.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,361
Spin Rate (max)
2,290
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
78.4
Velocity (max)
76.6 - 78.4
Velo Range
76.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,647
Spin Rate (max)
1,598
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2023
2022
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.
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
2023
2022
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)
68.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.8
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News
- 2023 Michigan Top Prospect Games - Quick Hits - Jun 25, 2023
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Nick Slater: 1B/RHP, (2024) Caledonia, MI. 6-foot, 190-pound. Athletic projectable on the mound, showed good arm speed with a consistent arm action and a high ¾ arm angle. Tall-and-fall type pitcher who uses decent effort. Displays even shoulders and a consistent balance point. Lands square with a clean finish. (Max spin 2346; Avg 2220).
Nick Slater: RHP/RHP, (2024) Caledonia, MI. 6-foot-1, 197-pound. Athletic solid on the mound, showing good arm speed he used an over-the-top high ¾ arm angle and a short quick arm action. Tall-and-fall type pitcher and uses some effort. Tall balance point with even in line shoulders. Lands closed with an athletic upright finish. (Max spin 2401; Avg 2303).
Player Spotlight
Nick Slater: 1B/RHP, (2024) Caledonia, MI. 6-foot-1, 185-pound. Raw solid at the plate, the right-handed hitter had an exit velocity of 88 mph. (69.1 mph bat speed average). (16.5 mph hand speed average). Starts in a balanced strong stance with a smooth load, then uses a small leg kick controlled. Bat speed was average, displayed a short swing plane and high finish. Through the round he found some barrels with some loud contact. Up the middle approach. Smooth capable in the infield, his position velocity was registered at 80 mph; showed raw hands, athletic feet, and a quick exchange. Laterally, movements were quick and fielded the ball out front. In the 60-yard dash, recorded a time of 7.87. Capable solid on the mound, used a clean compact arm action and a high ¾ arm angle while showing good arm speed. Slow-tempo tall-and-fall type pitcher and shows decent effort. Even shoulders and a tall strong balance point. Lands square with a clean finish. Changeup (76-78 mph). Threw his fastball 80-82 mph with a max of 83 mph; had tailing action and command both sides of the plate in the zone with straight movement. (Max spin 2268; Avg 2176). Throws a 11/5 curveball (67-68) that has late action and in the zone around the zone control. (Max spin 2360; Avg 2290).
Scout Evaluation
Nick Slater, Caledonia, 2024, MI
Position: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-foot-1, 185-pound.
Hit: (RHH) Raw solid. Began in a balanced strong stance with a smooth load, then used a small leg kick controlled. Average bat speed. High finish, short swing. Up the middle approach.
Power: 88 mph exit velocity, average 80.9 mph. 69.1 mph bat speed average. 16.5 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (IF) Raw hands, athletic footwork, quick exchange. Smooth capable. Laterally, movements were quick and fielded the ball out front.
Arm: 80 mph infield velocity.
Speed: 7.87 (60-yard).
Pitching: Capable solid. Slow-tempo tall-and-fall delivery, decent effort. High ¾ arm angle, good arm speed, clean compact arm action. Tall strong balance point, even shoulders, lands square, a clean finish.
FB: T83. 80-82 mph. (Max spin 2268; Avg 2176). Both sides of the plate in the zone accuracy, tailing action, straight movement.
CB: 67-68 mph. In the zone around the zone control, late action, 11/5 shape. (Max spin 2360; Avg 2290).
CH: 76-78 mph.
Player Spotlight
Nick Slater: 3B/RHP, (2024) Caledonia, MI. 6-foot-1, 185-pound. Raw at the plate, Slater had an exit velocity of 79 mph. Began in a balanced stance with a tight compact load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed was quick, used a flat simple swing plane and high finish. Found some barrels with some loud contact. Pull side approach. Above average in the infield, recorded a position velocity of 74 mph; has firm soft hands, a fluid exchange, and developing feet. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were average. Had a long arm action and a ¾ slot.
Scout Evaluation
Nick Slater, Caledonia, 2024, MI
Position: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-foot-1, 185-pound .
Hit: (RHH) Begins in a balanced stance with a tight compact load, then uses a quick stride. Quick bat speed. High finish, flat simple swing. Pull side approach.
Power: 79 mph exit velocity, average 72.29 mph. 57.55 mph bat speed average. 15.80 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (IF) Firm soft hands, developing footwork, fluid exchange. Above average. Movements laterally were average and he fields the ball out front.
Arm: 74 mph infield velocity. Long arm action, ¾ slot.