In our Then & Now series, we examine how Nebraska athletes have progressed over time using trusted Prep Baseball showcase metrics. By comparing everything from speed and arm strength to Blast swing traits and TrackMan performance, we get a clear picture of each player's developmental arc. Today we look at Braden Swaney, a OF/LHP in the class of 2027.

Take a look at the progress in his key metrics below: 

60 TIme: 7.22 sec (Jun 2023) ➡️ 6.79 mph (Jul 2025)
Outfield Velo: 81.0 (Oct 2022) ➡️ 94 (Jul 2025)
Exit Velo: 83.1 (Oct 2022) ➡️ 97.5 (Jul 2025)                                                                                                                                                                            

UPCOMING EVENTS

EVENT	DATE	LOCATION
Unsigned Senior Showcase (2026s Only)	02/16	Elkhorn Training Camp
Preseason ID-Omaha	02/16	Elkhorn Training Camp
Rising Stars ID-Omaha (2030s Only)	02/16	Elkhorn Training Camp
Preseason ID-Northeast	02/22	Wildcat Dome (Wayne State)
Unsigned Senior Showcase-Northeast (2026s Only)	02/22	Wildcat Dome (Wayne State)
Rising Stars ID-Northeast (2030s Only)	02/22	Wildcat Dome (Wayne State)
Preseason All-State (Invite Only)	03/01	Iowa Western