87
Velocity (max)
6/25/24
CLASS OF 2027
RHP
3B
Grady
Lantz
Urbana (HS) • OH
6' 2" • 175LBS
R/R • 15yr 11mo
Travel Team: Bo Jackson Elite - Thacker
6' 2" • 175LBS
R/R • 15yr 11mo
Travel Team: Bo Jackson Elite - Thacker
Rankings
2027 National
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2027 State
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Commitment
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
85 - 87
Velo Range
6/25/24
2046
Spin Rate (avg)
7/05/23
Changeup
78 - 79
Velo Range
8/02/24
1968
Spin Rate (avg)
6/25/24
Curveball
67.9 - 70.4
Velo Range
6/25/24
2203
Spin Rate (avg)
2/18/24
Slider
69 - 73
Velo Range
8/02/24
2128
Spin Rate (avg)
6/25/24
91.8
Exit Velocity (max)
6/25/24
81.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
6/25/24
297
Distance (max)
7/05/23
50
Sweet Spot %
7/05/23
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
7/25/23
73
Bat Speed (max)
2/18/24
13.4
Rot. Acc (max)
7/25/23
20
Hard Hit %
6/25/24
7.59
60
7/05/23
4.3
30-yd
7/25/23
1.8
10-yd
7/25/23
17.6
Run speed (max)
7/25/23
83
INF Velo
6/25/24
-
OF Velo
75
C Velo
7/05/23
2.05 - 2.17
Pop Time
7/05/23
Positional Tools
2024
2023
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.61
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
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.
12.1
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.59
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.05 - 2.17
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
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.
11.2
Hitting
2024
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.8
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).
278
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
183
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
24.6
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).
84.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
297
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
167
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
22.2
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.
2024 Ohio Top Prospect Games - Underclass (Invite Only)
Jun 25, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
91.8
Exit Velocity (max)
81.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
186
Distance (avg)
278
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite 2.18.24
Feb 18, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
87.1
Exit Velocity (max)
73.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
180
Distance (avg)
245
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 25, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
84.7
Exit Velocity (max)
67.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
160
Distance (avg)
273
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
JFG Workout MI/OH
Jul 25, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
84.7
Exit Velocity (max)
67.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
160
Distance (avg)
273
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 Central Ohio Prospect Showcase
Jul 5, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
84.3
Exit Velocity (max)
79.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
174
Distance (avg)
297
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2024
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.7
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.
22.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.3
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.
64.0
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.
2024 Ohio Top Prospect Games - Underclass (Invite Only)
Jun 25, 2024
Blast - Hitting
21.1
Hand Speed (max)
19.2
Hand Speed (avg)
68.5
Bat Speed (max)
65.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite 2.18.24
Feb 18, 2024
Blast - Hitting
21.1
Hand Speed (max)
19.2
Hand Speed (avg)
73.0
Bat Speed (max)
68.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 25, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
21.4
Hand Speed (avg)
68.3
Bat Speed (max)
63.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
JFG Workout MI/OH
Jul 25, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
21.4
Hand Speed (avg)
68.3
Bat Speed (max)
63.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 Central Ohio Prospect Showcase
Jul 5, 2023
Blast - Hitting
20.3
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
68.9
Bat Speed (max)
64.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.3
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).
2016
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.
23.9
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).
69.2
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).
2194
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).
75.9
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).
1759
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).
69.6
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).
2128
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).
81.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.2
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).
2046
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.
25.2
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).
64.3
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).
2097
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).
70.7
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).
1904
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).
2024 Ohio Top Prospect Games - Underclass (Invite Only)
Jun 25, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
87.0
Velocity (max)
84.9 - 86.6
Velo Range
84.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,262
Spin Rate (max)
2,002
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
70.4
Velocity (max)
67.9 - 70.4
Velo Range
67.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,259
Spin Rate (max)
2,186
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
70.6
Velocity (max)
69.0 - 70.3
Velo Range
68.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,294
Spin Rate (max)
2,128
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
75.7
Velocity (max)
74.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,968
Spin Rate (max)
1,968
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite 2.18.24
Feb 18, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
83.2
Velocity (max)
81.8 - 82.9
Velo Range
82.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,107
Spin Rate (max)
2,036
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
69.7
Velocity (max)
68.7 - 69.6
Velo Range
68.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,230
Spin Rate (max)
2,203
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
77.3
Velocity (max)
74.8 - 77.0
Velo Range
76.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,790
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 %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2023 Central Ohio Prospect Showcase
Jul 5, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
81.9
Velocity (max)
80.8 - 81.6
Velo Range
80.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,117
Spin Rate (max)
2,046
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
64.8
Velocity (max)
63.8 - 64.8
Velo Range
63.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,159
Spin Rate (max)
2,097
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
72.1
Velocity (max)
69.6 - 71.8
Velo Range
69.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,954
Spin Rate (max)
1,904
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2024
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.
2024 Ohio Top Prospect Games - Underclass (Invite Only)
Jun 25, 2024
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
85.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.2
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.2
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
64.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.0
Game Performance
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.80
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.30
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.80
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Visual Edge
2024
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
44.29
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- 2024 Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite Advanced Metrics: Hitting Leaderboard - Feb 19, 2024
- 2024 Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite Advanced Metrics: Trackman Analytics - Pitching Leaderboard - Feb 19, 2024
- Results From 2024 Scout Day: Bo Jackson Elite - Feb 19, 2024
- 2023 Central Ohio Prospect Showcase Advanced Metrics: Hitting Leaderboard - Jul 10, 2023
- 2023 Central Ohio Prospect Showcase Advanced Metrics: Trackman Analytics - Pitching Leaderboard - Jul 10, 2023
- 2023 Central Ohio Prospect Showcase - Quick Hits - Jul 7, 2023
- Results From 2023 Central Ohio Prospect Showcase - Jul 6, 2023
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Physical
2024
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.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-2, 175-pounds. Lanky, slim build.
Delivery: Clean, effortless delivery.
Arm Action: RH. L3Q, whippy, loose arm that creates a ton of spin.
FB: T87, 85-87 mph. T2262, 2002 average rpm.
CB: 68-70 mph. T2259, 2186 average rpm.
SL: 69-70 mph. T2294, 2128 average rpm.
CH: 76-76 mph. T1968, 1968 average rpm.
ATH: 7.61 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-2, 175-pounds. Lanky, slim build.
Hit: RHH. Active, upright start. Short, direct. 65.3 mph bat speed with 9 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 92 max exit velocity, averaged 81.6 mph. 278' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-83 mph. Clean, athletic arm that showed some zip.
Defense: Exceptional feet & hands combo.
ATH: 7.61 runner in the 60.
Vizual Edge: 44.29 Edge Score
Grady Lantz: RHP/3B, (2027) Urbana, OH. 6-foot-1, 170-pound. (68.7 mph bat speed average). (19.2 mph hand speed average). Begins in an athletic quiet stance with a controlled load, then uses a quick stride. Had a simple upward swing plane, quick bat speed and high finish. In the 60-yard dash, recorded a time of 7.87. On the mound, used a compact arm action with a high ¾ arm angle while showing consistent arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows some effort. Shows slight running action. (Max spin 2106; Avg 2036). Throws a 11/5 curveball with some action. (Max spin 2229; Avg 2202).
Starts in an athletic, open setup from the right side prior to closing up through a fluid loading sequence that leads to a strong launch. Path is compact with quick hands and quality strength through contact. Works inside the baseball / doing damage when squared. Mid 60s type batspeed with quality jump.
Grady Lantz: C/RHP, (2027) Urbana, OH. 6-foot-1, 165-pound. (64.6 mph bat speed average). (19.3 mph hand speed average). Begins in a quiet stance with a controlled load, then uses a small leg kick. Had quick bat speed, simple upward swing plane and high finish. While catching, his best recorded velocity during throw downs was clocked at 75 mph; shows a natural transfer, sure hands, and consistent feet. he had a pop time of 2.05-2.17. Some flexibility and calm setup. Showed a quick arm action and a high ¾ slot. During the event, recorded a 60 time of 7.59. On the mound, had a compact arm action and a high ¾ arm angle with consistent arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows some effort. Has slight running action. (Max spin 2116; Avg 2046). Shows gradual action on his 11/5 curveball. (Max spin 2158; Avg 2097).