Austin
Nye

Nye put together one of the more athletic and well-rounded performances of the event, standing out as a top-level mover with the tools to impact the game in multiple ways. At 5’10” 164.5 lbs, Nye carried a lean, athletic frame with quick-twitch explosiveness and advanced coordination. He posted a 7.13 60-yard dash (event best) with an 18.8 mph top run speed (event best), displaying excellent acceleration and a powerful first step. Nye also recorded a 21.9-inch vertical jump (tied for event best) and a 1.11 RSI max, highlighting elite lower-half explosiveness and reactivity. His right-hand grip strength (138.6) and left-hand (137) were both event-leading marks, underscoring his physical maturity and raw strength for his size. Athletically, Nye was near the top of every VALD testing category. In the outfield, he moved very fluidly and confidently, he displayed efficient routes to the ball and covered ground with ease. The arm strength is the one tool that still has room to grow, but with his athletic base, there’s no doubt he will improve as he matures. Nye projects to stay in center field long-term, where his speed and reads will be valuable assets. At the plate, Nye showcased one of the cleaner and more advanced swings of the day. He reached a 94.8 mph max exit velocity (84.5 mph avg EV) and a 344-foot max distance, showing consistent hard contact to all fields. His 72.5 mph max bat speed and 67.7 mph average, Nye controlled his swing that gets through the zone efficiently with excellent balance. He stayed short to the ball, and drove line drives to both gaps with authority and intent.