Rising Stars On The Radar: 2029 OF/RHP Brayden Swiatek (St. Josephs Collegiate)
May 23, 2026
High-upside freshman OF/3B with an athletic build and advanced offensive metrics for his age. Generates strong bat speed and rotational acceleration, translating to consistent barrel contact and emerging power (94 EV). Defensively, shows arm strength (82 MPH) with the ability to handle multiple positions. Combination of youth, athleticism, and advanced swing traits makes him a strong long-term follow with significant projection ahead.
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Scouting Report
6-2, 190 lb OF/RHP with a projectable frame and two-way upside. Offensively, shows developing impact—94.5 MPH max EV, 86.2 MPH avg EV, and 322 ft max distance—with room to improve barrel consistency. Defensively, shows 80 MPH arm strength from the outfield; 7.82 runner.
On the mound, FB 79–81 MPH (~2245–2375 RPM) shows above-average carry (~19–21” IVB) with extension (6.4 ft). CB and SL both sit in the low-70s with spin (~2200+ RPM) and give multiple breaking looks. Spin traits and projection on the mound, paired with offensive upside, make him a long-term follow as consistency improves.