@ColonAaden_32 19.6
Hand Speed (max)
2/09/25
CLASS OF 2027
1B
LHP
Aaden
Colon
Jacobs (HS) • IL
6' 0" • 180.1LBS
R/L • 17yr 4mo
Travel Team: Windy City Hit Dogs
6' 0" • 180.1LBSR/L • 17yr 4mo
Travel Team: Windy City Hit Dogs
Rankings
2027 National
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Best Of Stats
67.4
Bat Speed (max)
8/05/25
13.4
Rot. Acc (max)
8/05/25
90
Hard Hit %
8/05/25
95.7
Exit Velocity (max)
8/05/25
91.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
8/05/25
347
Distance (max)
8/05/25
80
Sweet Spot %
8/05/25
7.35
60-yd
8/05/25
4.05
30-yd
8/05/25
1.74
10-yd
8/05/25
18.6
Run speed (max)
8/05/25
82
INF Velo
8/05/25
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
83
Velocity (max)
2/09/25
80 - 83
Velo Range
2/09/25
2171
Spin Rate (avg)
2/10/24
Slider
75 - 77
Velo Range
8/05/25
2016
Spin Rate (avg)
2/10/24
Positional Tools
2025
2024
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.35
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.
13.0
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
Hitting
2025
2024
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
95.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
347
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
235
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.0361
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
249
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
89
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
3.0645
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
95.7
Exit Velocity (max)
91.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
234
Distance (avg)
347
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
91.4
Exit Velocity (max)
81.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
237
Distance (avg)
311
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
McHenry Preseason ID
Feb 10, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
83.7
Exit Velocity (max)
77.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
89
Distance (avg)
249
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
2024
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
19.6
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.4
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
67.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.6
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
19.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
64.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
61.7
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Blast - Hitting
19.0
Hand Speed (max)
18.0
Hand Speed (avg)
67.4
Bat Speed (max)
64.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Blast - Hitting
19.6
Hand Speed (max)
18.6
Hand Speed (avg)
66.1
Bat Speed (max)
62.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
McHenry Preseason ID
Feb 10, 2024
Blast - Hitting
19.1
Hand Speed (max)
18.1
Hand Speed (avg)
64.1
Bat Speed (max)
61.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2025
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.1
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).
2057
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.
25.4
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.1
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).
1912
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).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
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).
2171
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.
26.8
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.6
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).
2016
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).
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
82.8
Velocity (max)
80.3 - 82.0
Velo Range
81.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,181
Spin Rate (max)
2,030
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
77.3
Velocity (max)
75.0 - 77.0
Velo Range
76.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,101
Spin Rate (max)
1,883
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
82.6
Velocity (max)
79.5 - 82.6
Velo Range
80.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,261
Spin Rate (max)
2,132
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
74.9
Velocity (max)
72.3 - 74.7
Velo Range
72.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,031
Spin Rate (max)
1,997
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
McHenry Preseason ID
Feb 10, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
83.0
Velocity (max)
79.8 - 82.3
Velo Range
79.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,307
Spin Rate (max)
2,171
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
73.6
Velocity (max)
70.4 - 72.8
Velo Range
69.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,108
Spin Rate (max)
2,016
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2025
2024
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.
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
Pitching Velos
2025
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.3
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.8
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
Game Performance
2024
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.84
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.35
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
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.
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.74
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.05
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.35
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSI
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.
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Vald
1.74
10-yd
4.05
30-yd
7.35
60-yd
18.6
Run speed (max)
1.73
RSI (max)
21.7
Jump Height (max)
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Vald
2.01
10-yd
4.41
30-yd
7.83
60-yd
17.9
Run speed (max)
1.63
RSI (max)
20.6
Jump Height (max)
Vizual Edge
2025
2024
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.
74.89
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.
71.37
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- O'Hare Preseason ID: Preview Story - Feb 6, 2026
- 2025 Illinois State Games LHP Analysis: Class of 2027 - Oct 2, 2025
- Illinois State Games Infielder Analysis: Class of 2027 - Sep 26, 2025
- 2025 Illinois State Games: Positional Data Dive - Aug 13, 2025
- 2025 Illinois State Games: Positional Workout Day - Aug 12, 2025
- O'Hare Preseason ID: Pitcher Analysis - Apr 21, 2025
- O'Hare Preseason ID: Infield Analysis - Apr 18, 2025
- O'Hare Preseason ID: Takeaways - Feb 13, 2025
- McHenry Preseason ID: Pitcher Analysis - Apr 18, 2024
- McHenry Preseason ID: Infield Analysis - Apr 17, 2024
- McHenry Preseason ID: Quick Hits - Feb 14, 2024
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Physical
2025
Grip Strgth (LH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (RH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Positional Profile: 1B
Body: 6-0.4, 180.1-pounds. Lean, wiry frame.
Hit: RHH. Upright setup, higher leg kick stride, utilizes lower half. Uphill path, jump off the barrel, utilizes all fields, line drive approach. 64.6 mph bat speed with 12g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 mph max exit velocity (91.2 avg.); 347-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. INF - 82 mph. 3/4 slot, short arm action.
Defense: Works up, direct, clean double play turn.
Athletic Testing: 7.35 runner in the 60-yard dash; 21.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 74.89 Edge Score.
Positional Profile: LHP
Delivery: Easy lift, lands in-line, tall/fall down the mound.
Arm Action: LH. Short and compact, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T83, 80-82 mph. Has some ride through the zone. T2181, 2030 average rpm.
SL: 75-77 mph. Quick break, can locate. T2101, 1883 average rpm.
+ LHP Aaden Colon (Jacobs, 2027) checks in at 6-foo-t5, 184-pounds with plenty of projection still to come in the frame. He worked with pace during his bullpen, showing an easy, minimal effort delivery and a clean, loose arm action out of a ¾ slot. His fastball worked up to 82.6 mph, and he also mixed in a low-70s slider.
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 6-0, 185-pounds. Athletic frame.
Delivery: Simple mover, high leg lift with tuck, tall/fall down the mound.
Arm Action: LH. Clean, compact arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T83, 80-83 mph. Comes out of the hand clean, mostly straight. Carry through the zone. T2261, 2132 average rpm.
SL: 72-75 mph. 1/7 shape, shorter action. T2031, 1997 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 6-0, 185 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, large leg kick. Utilizes lower half, direct path, line drives with a high barrel accuracy, worked up the middle while flashing power. 62.8 mph bat speed with 11g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (81 avg.); 311-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. INF - 78 mph. Short arm high 3/4 release.
Defense: One hand gather out front,
Athletic Testing: 7.83 runner in the 60-yard dash; 20.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 65.39 Edge Score.
LHP Aaden Colón (Jacobs, 2027) will be a freshman to know moving forward. Listed at a lean and projectabe 6-foot, 178-pounds, the southpaw impressed with a low-effort, simple delivery and loose, low ¾ release. His fastball played easy out of the hand with some carry up in the zone, playing in the 80-82 mph range and topping out at 83 mph. To pair off the fastball he went to a sweeping slider with 2/8 shape, 70-73 mph with some feel for the zone. His low effort operation paired with his upside frame makes for an intriguing follow throughout his prep career.
Positional Profile: LHP
Body: 6-0, 178-pounds. Upside, wiry build, room to fill out as he matures, projectable.
Delivery: Simple delivery, drop/drive lower-half, rides back leg down the mound, works in-line with the plate, repeats, low effort.
Arm Action: LH. Loose arm path, low 3/4 arm slot.
FB: T83, 80-82 mph. Easy out of the hand with some carry up in the zone. T2307, 2171 average rpm.
SL: 70-73 mph. Sweeping 2/8 shape, some feel for the zone. T2108, 2016 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 1B
Hit: RHH. Tall setup, minimal leg lift or stride. Hands stay short to the ball and work into a flat path, works up the middle of the field. 61.7 mph bat speed with 9 G’s of rotational acceleration.
Power: 84 max exit velocity, averaged 77.5 mph. 249’ max distance.
Arm: LH. INF - 79 mph. Short, clean arm action. Accurate from a 3/4 arm slot.
Defense: Deliberate footwork, secures with two hands out front.
Run: 4.35 30-yard dash.