The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.36
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.
11.9
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.34
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.
10.2
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.59
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
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.
10.6
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.88
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.41 - 2.52
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
63.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
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.
9.9
Home to First
The athlete's fastest home-to-first time in the given event year. Measured from bat-on-ball to foot-on-bag, in seconds (s).
5.25
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.93 - 3.09
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
53.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
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.
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.
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
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.
68.6
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.
77.75
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.
The maximum speed, in the direction of home plate, that the wrist is traveling. Measured in meters per second (m/s)
Arm Slot
Angle of the forearm relative to the ground between maximum external rotation (MER) and ball release (BR). Which can be a powerful player comparison metric, delivered in degrees.
Knee Extension Velo
The angular velocity of the front knee straightening after foot plant, which provides indicators of velocity potential. Measured in degrees per second.
Deception
The amount of time that the ball is visible to the hitter, after the instant of front foot strike. Measures in milliseconds.
Hip-Shoulder Separation
The difference in angle of between the hips and shoulders, occurring close to the foot plant. Measured in degrees.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP Body: 5-8, 155-pounds. Well proportioned, compact frame with strength throughout. Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, small leg lift trigger. Short and direct to the baseball, stays on top. Covers the plate confidently, flashed line drive feel. 58.6 mph bat speed with 12 G’s of rotational acceleration. Power: 87 max exit velocity, averaged 77.4 mph. 268’ max distance. Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. 3/4 slot, carry, accurate. Defense: Clean hands, reliable actions, makes the plays, bounce and first step quickness.
3/12/23
Positional Profile: SS/RHP Body: 5-8, 155-pounds. Well-proportioned frame with present strength. Delivery: Slightly up-tempo, high leg-lift into a coiled balance point, drop/drive lower-half that works in-line. Arm Action: RH. Medium arm-circle into a high 3/4 slot. FB: T79, 78-79 mph. Sinks to the arm side. T1887, 1831 average rpm. CB: 66-69 mph. Sharp, downer 11/5 shape, kept down. T2083, 1941 average rpm. CH: 71-73 mph. Thrown with fastball intent, plays with fade and sink to the arm side, has feel for it. T1810, 1693 average rpm.
3/12/23
Positional Profile: SS/RHP Body: 5-8, 155-pounds. Well-proportioned frame with present strength. Hits: RHH. Stock set up with low hands and upright barrel. Minimal hand load into a slightly uphill path, works on the barrel to the middle of the field. Power: 86 max exit velocity, averaged 80.3 MPH. 302' max distance. Arm: RH. INF-83 mph.Quick arm loop, 3/4 slot Defense: Quick first step, two-hand gather, works well laterally. Run: 7.36 runner in the 60. Vizual Edge: 68.6 Edge Score
12/02/22
Suess makes his debut on the rankings in this update. Suess stands at 5-foot-8 140 pounds, a frame that has room for growth. Offensively he uses fast hands to deliver the barrel and lift the ball through impact. In the field he shows up-the-middle type actions and plays under control with above average arm strength reaching up 82 mph on his throws across the diamond. He also flashed some intrigue on the mound with a clean arm action from a high ¾ slot and has run his fastball up to 79 mph.
3/13/22
Positional Profile: SS/RHP Body: 5-8, 140-pounds. Evenly distributed weight. Delivery: Tall and fall delivery, works from third base side, moves directionally down the mound to closed toe landing. Arm Action: RH. Clean arm circle, high 3/4 slot. FB: T79.3, 78.1-79.3 mph. Mostly straight, four seam with backspin. T1905, 1843 average rpm. CB: 67.4-68.3 mph. 11/5 shape, above average feel. T1961, 1932 average rpm. CH: 71.5-72.8 mph. Straight change, maintains arm speed. T1824, 1751 average rpm.
Hit: RHH. Balanced, even setup. Small toe tap trigger. Slight barrel tip. Working from under with a quick barrel. Short to contact. Lifting through impact. Inconsistent contact. Power: 75.1 max exit velocity, averaged 65.8 mph. 266’ max distance. Arm: RH. INF - 82 mph. Defense: Presents open glove out front early and works through the baseball, above average actions, feet work and shows body control. Run: 7.34 runner in the 60.
3/13/22
Suess demonstrated quality infield actions from a smaller frame at 5-foot-8, 140 pounds, while also generating above-average arm strength for his age at 82 mph across the infield. He shows soft hands and body control that mimic up-the-middle traits.
7/20/21
Positional Profile: SS/RHP Body: 5-7, 130-pounds. Lean, athletic build. Hit: RHH. Quiet in the box, balanced setup, smooth load, tempo'd toe-tap trigger. Short direct path, level barrel, bat head works out front. Produced steady line drive contact throughout, repeats. Power: 80.2 max exit velocity, averaged 67.1 mph. 293’ max distance. Arm: RH. INF - 79 mph. Short and quick arm circle, high 3/4 slot. Defense: Plays with some bouncy pre-pitch rhythm, glove hand starts out front, fields low to the ground, glove works out front. Fluid footwork, soft hands, smooth funnels, clean to release. Advanced up-the-middle actions for age. Run: 7.59 runner in the 60.
6/24/20
Positional Profile: C/SS Body: 5-3, 105-pounds. Hit: RH. Balanced setup in a slight wrap, even feet. Weight-shift load back with leg hang, long stride, open foot landing. Long bat path off a level plane. Power: 72 mph exit velocity from the tee. Arm: RH. C - 63 mph. INF - mph. Short throws from an over-the-top slot; some wind-up in load. Defense: 2.41-2.52 pop times. Feet are in control, toward target. Run: 7.88 runner in the 60.
1/27/19
5-foot, 90-pound, right handed hitting infielder and catcher. Offensively, balanced setup, pre-pitch load, short stride and fluid rhythm. Long barrel path, pull side tendencies and registered an exit velocity of 61 mph off a tee. Ran a 5.25 home to first. Behind the plate, high ¾ slot, short quick arm action. Quick exchange, throws topped at 53 mph from behind the plate. Pop times ranged between 2.93-3.09. On the infield, clean release and throws topped at 54 mph across the infield.
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Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-8, 155-pounds. Well proportioned, compact frame with strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, small leg lift trigger. Short and direct to the baseball, stays on top. Covers the plate confidently, flashed line drive feel. 58.6 mph bat speed with 12 G’s of rotational acceleration.
Power: 87 max exit velocity, averaged 77.4 mph. 268’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. 3/4 slot, carry, accurate.
Defense: Clean hands, reliable actions, makes the plays, bounce and first step quickness.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-8, 155-pounds. Well-proportioned frame with present strength.
Delivery: Slightly up-tempo, high leg-lift into a coiled balance point, drop/drive lower-half that works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Medium arm-circle into a high 3/4 slot.
FB: T79, 78-79 mph. Sinks to the arm side. T1887, 1831 average rpm.
CB: 66-69 mph. Sharp, downer 11/5 shape, kept down. T2083, 1941 average rpm.
CH: 71-73 mph. Thrown with fastball intent, plays with fade and sink to the arm side, has feel for it. T1810, 1693 average rpm.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-8, 155-pounds. Well-proportioned frame with present strength.
Hits: RHH. Stock set up with low hands and upright barrel. Minimal hand load into a slightly uphill path, works on the barrel to the middle of the field.
Power: 86 max exit velocity, averaged 80.3 MPH. 302' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-83 mph.Quick arm loop, 3/4 slot
Defense: Quick first step, two-hand gather, works well laterally.
Run: 7.36 runner in the 60.
Vizual Edge: 68.6 Edge Score
Suess makes his debut on the rankings in this update. Suess stands at 5-foot-8 140 pounds, a frame that has room for growth. Offensively he uses fast hands to deliver the barrel and lift the ball through impact. In the field he shows up-the-middle type actions and plays under control with above average arm strength reaching up 82 mph on his throws across the diamond. He also flashed some intrigue on the mound with a clean arm action from a high ¾ slot and has run his fastball up to 79 mph.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-8, 140-pounds. Evenly distributed weight.
Delivery: Tall and fall delivery, works from third base side, moves directionally down the mound to closed toe landing.
Arm Action: RH. Clean arm circle, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T79.3, 78.1-79.3 mph. Mostly straight, four seam with backspin. T1905, 1843 average rpm.
CB: 67.4-68.3 mph. 11/5 shape, above average feel. T1961, 1932 average rpm.
CH: 71.5-72.8 mph. Straight change, maintains arm speed. T1824, 1751 average rpm.
Hit: RHH. Balanced, even setup. Small toe tap trigger. Slight barrel tip. Working from under with a quick barrel. Short to contact. Lifting through impact. Inconsistent contact.
Power: 75.1 max exit velocity, averaged 65.8 mph. 266’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 82 mph.
Defense: Presents open glove out front early and works through the baseball, above average actions, feet work and shows body control.
Run: 7.34 runner in the 60.
Suess demonstrated quality infield actions from a smaller frame at 5-foot-8, 140 pounds, while also generating above-average arm strength for his age at 82 mph across the infield. He shows soft hands and body control that mimic up-the-middle traits.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-7, 130-pounds. Lean, athletic build.
Hit: RHH. Quiet in the box, balanced setup, smooth load, tempo'd toe-tap trigger. Short direct path, level barrel, bat head works out front. Produced steady line drive contact throughout, repeats.
Power: 80.2 max exit velocity, averaged 67.1 mph. 293’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 79 mph. Short and quick arm circle, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Plays with some bouncy pre-pitch rhythm, glove hand starts out front, fields low to the ground, glove works out front. Fluid footwork, soft hands, smooth funnels, clean to release. Advanced up-the-middle actions for age.
Run: 7.59 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: C/SS
Body: 5-3, 105-pounds.
Hit: RH. Balanced setup in a slight wrap, even feet. Weight-shift load back with leg hang, long stride, open foot landing. Long bat path off a level plane.
Power: 72 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Arm: RH. C - 63 mph. INF - mph. Short throws from an over-the-top slot; some wind-up in load.
Defense: 2.41-2.52 pop times. Feet are in control, toward target.
Run: 7.88 runner in the 60.
5-foot, 90-pound, right handed hitting infielder and catcher. Offensively, balanced setup, pre-pitch load, short stride and fluid rhythm. Long barrel path, pull side tendencies and registered an exit velocity of 61 mph off a tee. Ran a 5.25 home to first. Behind the plate, high ¾ slot, short quick arm action. Quick exchange, throws topped at 53 mph from behind the plate. Pop times ranged between 2.93-3.09. On the infield, clean release and throws topped at 54 mph across the infield.