The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.25
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.0
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.
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
Sam Crooks: RHP/RHP, (2025) Independence, OH. 6-foot-5, 180-pound. Confident projectable on the mound, showing quick arm speed he had a high ¾ arm angle with a short compact arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and uses some effort. Has a consistent strong balance point with in line shoulders. Lands square with a falling off finish. (Max spin 2197; Avg 1994).
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Sam Crooks: 3B/RHP, (2025) Independence, OH. 5-foot-11, 140-pound. During batting practice, Crooks had an exit velocity of 72 mph. (50.6 mph bat speed average). (17.4 mph hand speed average). Begins in a quiet stance with a controlled load, then uses a quick stride. Bat speed was efficient, displayed a short simple swing plane and high finish. Solid in the infield, his best throw was recorded at 69 mph; had firm hands, a natural exchange, and consistent footwork. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Showed a loose arm action with a high ¾ slot. During the event, ran the 60-yard dash in 8.25. On the mound, showing consistent arm speed he used a loose arm action with a high ¾ arm angle. Feel type pitcher who shows easy effort. Threw his fastball 66-67 mph. Showed slight running action. (Max spin 1696; Avg 1659). His 11/5 curveball (54-57) has some action. (Max spin 1983; Avg 1957). He has slight action on his changeup (60-62).
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Sam Crooks: RHP/RHP, (2025) Independence, OH. 6-foot-5, 180-pound. Confident projectable on the mound, showing quick arm speed he had a high ¾ arm angle with a short compact arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and uses some effort. Has a consistent strong balance point with in line shoulders. Lands square with a falling off finish. (Max spin 2197; Avg 1994).
Sam Crooks: 3B/RHP, (2025) Independence, OH. 5-foot-11, 140-pound. During batting practice, Crooks had an exit velocity of 72 mph. (50.6 mph bat speed average). (17.4 mph hand speed average). Begins in a quiet stance with a controlled load, then uses a quick stride. Bat speed was efficient, displayed a short simple swing plane and high finish. Solid in the infield, his best throw was recorded at 69 mph; had firm hands, a natural exchange, and consistent footwork. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Showed a loose arm action with a high ¾ slot. During the event, ran the 60-yard dash in 8.25. On the mound, showing consistent arm speed he used a loose arm action with a high ¾ arm angle. Feel type pitcher who shows easy effort. Threw his fastball 66-67 mph. Showed slight running action. (Max spin 1696; Avg 1659). His 11/5 curveball (54-57) has some action. (Max spin 1983; Avg 1957). He has slight action on his changeup (60-62).