90
Velocity (max)
2/21/21
CLASS OF 2022
RHP
1B
Thomas
Harper
Illinois State
Wauwatosa East (HS) • WI
6' 4" • 194LBS
R/R • 20yr 9mo
Travel Team: STiKS Baseball Academy
Wauwatosa East (HS) • WI
6' 4" • 194LBS
R/R • 20yr 9mo
Travel Team: STiKS Baseball Academy
Rankings
2022 National
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2022 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
88.2 - 89.2
Velo Range
2/21/21
2384
Spin Rate (avg)
2/21/21
Changeup
77 - 81
Velo Range
2/21/21
1628
Spin Rate (avg)
2/21/21
Curveball
75 - 77
Velo Range
7/14/21
1602
Spin Rate (avg)
8/02/20
Slider
74.4 - 75.5
Velo Range
2/21/21
2300
Spin Rate (avg)
2/21/21
93.7
Exit Velocity (max)
8/02/20
-
Exit Velocity (avg)
-
Distance (max)
-
Sweet Spot %
7.64
60
6/19/19
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
76
INF Velo
6/19/19
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Positional Tools
2019
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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).
76.0
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.
11.1
Hitting
Hitting
Pitching
2021
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.7
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).
2384
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.
26.9
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
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).
1628
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).
75.0
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).
2300
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).
85.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.3
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).
1954
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.
23.8
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).
1602
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.8
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).
1462
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).
69.8
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).
1834
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).
West Milwaukee Preseason I.D.
Feb 21, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
89.7
Velocity (max)
88.2 - 89.2
Velo Range
87.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,456
Spin Rate (max)
2,384
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
75.7
Velocity (max)
74.4 - 75.5
Velo Range
72.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,341
Spin Rate (max)
2,300
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
80.8
Velocity (max)
77.3 - 80.7
Velo Range
77.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,687
Spin Rate (max)
1,628
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2020 PBR Future Games- Midwest Pod
Aug 2, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
83.3
Velocity (max)
79.5 - 82.3
Velo Range
78.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,116
Spin Rate (max)
2,006
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
69.8
Velocity (max)
68.6 - 69.8
Velo Range
1,661
Spin Rate (max)
1,602
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
68.9
Velocity (max)
66.3 - 68.8
Velo Range
64.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,046
Spin Rate (max)
1,681
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
72.0
Velocity (max)
69.8 - 71.8
Velo Range
69.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,578
Spin Rate (max)
1,462
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
All-State Games (Invite Only)
Jun 30, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
85.0
Velocity (max)
82.6 - 84.6
Velo Range
79.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,067
Spin Rate (max)
1,905
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
73.3
Velocity (max)
71.8 - 73.2
Velo Range
68.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,086
Spin Rate (max)
2,017
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2020
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.
2020 PBR Future Games- Midwest Pod
Aug 2, 2020
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2021
2020
2019
2018
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
87.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.8
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
83.4
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.2
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.8
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.7
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.7
Changeup
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
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
63.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.5
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
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.0
Game Performance
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Best of 2021: Max Fastball Leaders - Jan 27, 2022
- West Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Pitcher Analysis - Mar 15, 2021
- Junior Winter Standouts - Mar 3, 2021
- West Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Quick Hits - Feb 22, 2021
- IL/WI All-State Games: Pitcher Analysis - Sep 17, 2020
- Badger State Battle: Scout Blog - Jul 9, 2020
- Badger State Battle: Quick Hits Day 1 - Jul 3, 2020
- West Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Pitcher Analysis - Mar 5, 2020
- West Milwaukee Preseason I.D.: Quick Hits - Feb 18, 2020
- Wisconsin Class of 2022 Rankings: Just Missed - Dec 6, 2019
- Underclass Games: Pitcher Analysis - Sep 12, 2019
- Underclass Trials: Top Overall Prospects - Aug 16, 2019
- Underclass Games: Quick Hits - Jul 24, 2019
- Badger State Battle: Scout Blog - Jul 11, 2019
- Southern Wisconsin Open: Top Overall Prospects - Nov 30, 2018
- Southern Wisconsin Open: Pitcher Analysis - Nov 29, 2018
- Southern Wisconsin Open: Quick Hits - Oct 22, 2018
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Harper got the nod for STiKS in the final day of our PBR Badger State Battle, striking seven out across four innings of work. Harper attacked hitters with an 86-88 mph fastball that plays on a steep plane because of how he works on top of the baseball due to his lengthy levers. He also flipped in a few breaking balls in the 73-75 mph range.
Positional Profile: RHP; An upside, uncommitted junior who's taken a step forward.
Body: 6-foot-4, 194-pounds. Lanky, high-waisted build; long, thin levers.
Delivery: Smooth, fluid pace to high knee tuck and coil at balance point; drives down mound with reach at separation, high front side. Works on line, lands square to home, toe to target; finishes athletically. Gaining greater extension down the mound as compared to last summer.
Arm Action: RH. Fluid, clean, efficient arm action helps him repeat well; arm action is stable, in proper place at foot plant. High 3/4 slot, loose and quick.
FB: T90, 88-89 mph. Uptick in velocity has also increased his spin rate; larger extension and lower release height has contributed to the pitch's upside. Natural arm-side action; jumps from the hand. T2455, 2383 average rpm.
SL: 74-75 mph. His feel to spin the breaking ball has taken a step forward; flashed sharp action off an 11/5 plane. T2341, 2300 average rpm.
CH: 77-81 mph. Mostly maintains his typical arm speed/slot; slight deceleration, but the pitch projects alongside his fastball. Firm with hard run; feel to locate down in and around the zone. T1687, 1628 average rpm.
6-foot-4, 180 pounds; high projection right-hander with thin frame, high waist, long levers. A couple of strong performances this summer already have his arrow pointed straight up. Long, loose, clean arm action from a ¾ slot, low effort; fastball sat 83-85 on Saturday, mostly stayed that way throughout his start. Fills up the zone with the fastball while mixing in a 10/4 curveball from the same slot with above-average action, depth. He’s shown us an effective changeup in the past, too, thrown at arm speed with run/fade. The frame and present stuff have him trending up as an uncommitted righty to know in the state’s ‘22 class.
Positional Profile: RHP; Started the summer strong with this performance and eventually earned a Team Wisconsin invitation.
Body: 6-4, 165-pounds. Long projectable frame.
Delivery: Tall and fall delivery, well balanced and directional, low effort.
Arm Action: RH. Long loose arm action, creates whip out front, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T85, 83-84 mph. Slight arm side run, showed feel for the strike zone.
SL: 72-73 mph. Showed lateral action, 10/4 shape, average spin over 2,000 rpm.
Positional Profile: RHP. Soon to be ranked inside the state's 2022 class; a follow right-hander.
Body: 6-foot-4, 165-pounds. Gangly, spindly frame with long levers, high waist; upside projection.
Delivery: Simple rock to balance point, hip turn with closed shoulders, high front side, leg swings out to soft, square landing. Easy effort involved, athletic finish squared to home.
Arm Action: RH. Long draw and arm swing, loose and clean to high 3/4 release, quick out front.
FB: T84, 83-84 mph. Generates steady arm-side run, downward angle.
SL: 67-72 mph. 11/5 shape with some sweeping action, occasionally sharp and more vertical shape.
CH: 72-74 mph. Best offspeed right now; mostly maintains arm speed, feel for strikes, with consistent fade/run.
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-foot-3, 165-pounds. Long lean projectable frame.
Delivery: Balanced delivery, works on line, stays tall and falls to target, lands square with closed front side.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm path gets extension, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T82, 78-81 mph. Showed slight run and sink action.
CB: 68-71 mph. 11/5 shape.
Presents a projectable lanky frame with long loose arm action, high 3/4 arm slot, in line direction, level shoulders, square landing, drop and drive type. Pitching arsenal consists of a fastball, curveball, and a changeup. Fastball sat 79-81 mph, topping out at 82 mph. Fastball shows life playing harder than what the radar gun says, consistently getting late swings on the pitch. 74 mph on his changeup which showed sinking movement, and a curveball at 64 mph with 11/5 shape.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-foot-3, 165-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Balanced/athletic setup. Long and level bat path, natural leverage/lift in swing. Balanced, one-handed finish with some extension.
Power: 85 mph exit velocity from the tee. Gap-to-gap pop potential as he continues to fill out.
Arm: RH. INF - 76 mph. Long, loose arm action from an over-the-top slot.
Defense: Moves well side to side, especially for his size. Long draw, clean exchanges.
Run: 7.64 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-foot-3, 165-pounds. Slender frame with long levers, high projection.
Delivery: Easy, repeatable motion. High knee lift, direct to home, lands square while maintaining balance throughout.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm swing and action, high ¾ slot. Loose and quick arm.
FB: T81, 79-80 mph. Straight with some downhill tilt; extension to release adds deception.
CB: 62-65 mph. 11/5 shape with above-average depth and action.
SL: 61-65 mph. Similar pitch to curveball; occasionally more sweeping action.
6-foot-2, 145-pound right-handed pitcher, long lean levers, slender build, projects. Delivery is balanced and stays on line, repeatable. Arm action is loose and quick, high ¾ slot. Fastball sat 75-78 mph. Slider is thrown near-fastball arm speed, 10/4 shape, 66-68 mph. Curveball has 11/5 shape, showed better feel, with depth, 63-65 mph.