89
Velocity (max)
3/20/23
CLASS OF 2024
RHP
OF
Christian
Mello
Albany
Saratoga Springs (HS) • NY
6' 3" • 199.7LBS
R/R • 18yr 2mo
Travel Team: Saratoga stampede
Saratoga Springs (HS) • NY
6' 3" • 199.7LBSR/R • 18yr 2mo
Travel Team: Saratoga stampede
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
87.7 - 88.6
Velo Range
2/22/23
2027
Spin Rate (avg)
6/26/23
Changeup
76 - 78
Velo Range
7/07/23
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Curveball
71.1 - 73.7
Velo Range
6/26/23
2125
Spin Rate (avg)
6/26/23
Slider
77.7 - 81.2
Velo Range
2/22/23
1992
Spin Rate (avg)
2/22/23
-
INF Velo
72
OF Velo
6/26/23
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2023
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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
Hitting
Hitting
Pitching
2023
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).
86.5
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).
1927
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.
22.3
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).
72.4
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).
2125
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.5
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).
1992
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).
2023 NYS Games Session 1
Jun 26, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
88.0
Velocity (max)
84.8 - 86.8
Velo Range
84.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,120
Spin Rate (max)
2,027
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
75.1
Velocity (max)
71.1 - 73.7
Velo Range
70.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,191
Spin Rate (max)
2,125
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2023 Preseason ID: Capital Region
Feb 22, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
88.8
Velocity (max)
87.7 - 88.6
Velo Range
86.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,786
Spin Rate (max)
1,708
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
82.2
Velocity (max)
77.7 - 81.2
Velo Range
78.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,134
Spin Rate (max)
1,992
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2023
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.
Pitching Velos
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
86.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.5
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Physical
2023
Grip Strgth (LH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (RH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Physical: 6-3, 195 pounds; Long, slight build.
Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup working primarily from the stretch. Mid chest leg drive with shoulders outside the hips. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Long arm swing while showing no restrictions; standard 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 88 MPH, while sitting 84-87 MPH; commands both sides. CB: 71-74 MPH; showed depth.
Physical: 6-foot-3, 195 pounds; Broad shouldered, athletic build.
Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup working primarily from the stretch. Mid chest leg drive with a slight lean over the belt. Has a long stride while landing slightly open. Moderate arm swing while showing some scap load; standard 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 89 MPH, while sitting 87 - 89 MPH; arm side run with sink. SL: 78 - 82 MPH; 2-tier break.