The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.22
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
1.92 - 2.15
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.0
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.
1.5.19 Maldonado has a quick-twitch frame at 5-foot-8, 150-pounds, and can really play catch at two premium positions. The left-handed hitter has a balanced setup and loads back with simple rhythm as he triggers his hands, allowing him to repeat his hack. Line drive approach through the middle of the field with a direct path, loose finish and top exit velocity of 86 mph. On the infield, he plays low through the ball with good tempo and soft hands. Stays on line to make accurate throws with a top velocity of 71 mph across the diamond. Can start the double play with a quick exchange, can make the play on the run and throw from lower slots. His catch play transitions over well behind the plate where he has a quick exchange into an easy arm swing, throwing with a top velocity from the crouch of 76 mph, and pop times ranging from 1.92-2.15.
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1.5.19
Maldonado has a quick-twitch frame at 5-foot-8, 150-pounds, and can really play catch at two premium positions. The left-handed hitter has a balanced setup and loads back with simple rhythm as he triggers his hands, allowing him to repeat his hack. Line drive approach through the middle of the field with a direct path, loose finish and top exit velocity of 86 mph. On the infield, he plays low through the ball with good tempo and soft hands. Stays on line to make accurate throws with a top velocity of 71 mph across the diamond. Can start the double play with a quick exchange, can make the play on the run and throw from lower slots. His catch play transitions over well behind the plate where he has a quick exchange into an easy arm swing, throwing with a top velocity from the crouch of 76 mph, and pop times ranging from 1.92-2.15.