@chrismcmack5 
88.3
Velocity (max)
9/05/24
CLASS OF 2023
RHP
Christopher
McCormack
Naperville Central (HS) • IL
6' 2" • 185LBS
R/R • 20yr 7mo
Travel Team: Rhino Baseball 17U Tehako
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
86.4 - 88.3
Velo Range
9/05/24
2343
Spin Rate (avg)
9/05/24
Changeup
81.1 - 83
Velo Range
9/05/24
1880
Spin Rate (avg)
9/05/24
Curveball
75.4 - 77.8
Velo Range
9/05/24
2548
Spin Rate (avg)
9/05/24
Slider
75.9 - 77.7
Velo Range
9/05/24
2660
Spin Rate (avg)
9/05/24
79
Exit Velocity (max)
2/22/20
-
Exit Velocity (avg)
-
Distance (max)
-
Sweet Spot %
7.96
60-yd
2/22/20
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
-
INF Velo
79
OF Velo
2/22/20
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Positional Tools
2020
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.96
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield 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.
9.9
Hitting
Hitting
Pitching
2024
2022
2021
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.3
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.3
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).
2343
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).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.6
Curveball
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).
2548
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Changeup
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).
1880
Changeup
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).
76.9
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).
2660
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).
82.2
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).
1826
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.
22.2
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).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.4
Curveball
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).
2010
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.4
Changeup
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).
1320
Changeup
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).
81.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.7
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).
2143
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.
26.6
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).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.7
Curveball
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).
2288
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.7
Changeup
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).
1515
Changeup
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).
80.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.7
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).
1897
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.
24.1
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).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
64.7
Curveball
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).
2028
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.9
Changeup
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).
1489
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
IA Juco Scout Day- Iowa Central CC
Sep 5, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
88.3
Velocity (max)
86.4 - 88.3
Velo Range
85.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,484
Spin Rate (max)
2,343
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
78.2
Velocity (max)
75.4 - 77.8
Velo Range
74.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,652
Spin Rate (max)
2,548
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
77.7
Velocity (max)
75.9 - 77.7
Velo Range
72.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,802
Spin Rate (max)
2,660
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
83.2
Velocity (max)
81.1 - 83.0
Velo Range
78.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,018
Spin Rate (max)
1,880
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Joliet Preseason ID
Feb 27, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
83.0
Velocity (max)
81.5 - 82.9
Velo Range
80.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,977
Spin Rate (max)
1,826
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Curveball
69.3
Velocity (max)
67.7 - 69.1
Velo Range
65.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,088
Spin Rate (max)
2,010
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
76.2
Velocity (max)
73.2 - 75.5
Velo Range
72.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,394
Spin Rate (max)
1,320
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Rhino Scout Day
Sep 30, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
81.8
Velocity (max)
79.9 - 81.5
Velo Range
79.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,168
Spin Rate (max)
2,143
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
67.6
Velocity (max)
65.9 - 67.5
Velo Range
63.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,337
Spin Rate (max)
2,288
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.5
Velocity (max)
74.5 - 76.8
Velo Range
73.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,579
Spin Rate (max)
1,515
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Underclass Showcase
Oct 25, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
80.2
Velocity (max)
77.6 - 79.8
Velo Range
77.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,980
Spin Rate (max)
1,897
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
66.1
Velocity (max)
63.4 - 66.1
Velo Range
62.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,110
Spin Rate (max)
2,028
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
71.9
Velocity (max)
69.9 - 71.9
Velo Range
68.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,560
Spin Rate (max)
1,489
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2024
2022
2021
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.
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.
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.
Pitching Velos
2022
2021
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
83.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.2
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
62.7
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.3
Game Performance
Vizual Edge
Pitch Ai
2022
Arm Speed
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.
Joliet Preseason ID
Feb 27, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
Notes
News
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- Week 5 Games - Apr 26, 2022
- Metro East Kickoff Classic: Scout Blog - Mar 25, 2022
- Joliet Preseason ID: Preview - Feb 25, 2022
- Rhino Scout Day: Takeaways - Oct 27, 2021
- Underclass Showcase: Pitcher Analysis - Jan 6, 2021
- Aurora Preseason ID: Pitcher Analysis - Apr 16, 2020
- Aurora Preseason ID: Outfield Analysis - Apr 14, 2020
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Uncommitted. 6-foot-1, 160-pound, wiry, high-waisted, loose-bodied right-handed pitcher. Came out of the bullpen for Naperville Central and shut the door. McCormack did not allow a hit and struck out one over the final 1.1 innings of the game. Clean, easy arm and directional, repeatable delivery. McCormack sat 81-83, T84 while flashing an above-average curveball with tight spin and depth at 68 mph. He also showed feel at the bottom of the zone for a 78 mph changeup.
6-foot-1, 160-pound, lean, high-waisted, upside, right-handed arm. High-ceiling, young-looking uncommitted junior. Smooth, repeatable, tall and fall delivery with minimal effort throughout. Loose, uninterrupted arm action from a high ¾ slot. Came out of the bullpen and picked up the win, giving up one earned run in three innings pitched while striking out four. Fastball sat 83-85 mph and mixed in a quality breaking ball at 71 mph with 2345 rpm. Upside uncommitted arm to follow in the 2023 class.
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-1, 160-pounds.
Delivery: Fluid tempo, works with a slight drop/drive lower-half in-line with the plate, front foot lands square.
Arm Action: RH. Loose/quick arm, plays from a high 3/4 slot.
FB: T83, 81.5-82.9 mph. Horizontal action to the arm-side. T1977, 1826 average rpm.
CB: 67.7-69.1 mph. 12/6 shape, kept down. T2088, 2010 average rpm.
CH: 73.2-75.5 mph. Natural fading action, kept down with some feel, comes out of the hand clean. T1393, 1320 average rpm.
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-1, 150-pounds.
Delivery: Drop/drive type, smooth tempo, lands slightly open, strong front side, level shoulders.
Arm Action: RH. Short action, high 3/4 arm slot.
FB: T80, 78-80 mph. Four-seam type, mostly straight, plays downhill at times, ability to throw for strikes.
CB: 62-66 mph. 11/5 shape, gradual sweeping action, 2,110 RPM max spin rate via TrackMan.
CH: 69-72 mph. Flashed sink/run action.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-foot-1, 140-pounds. Lean, high-waisted, long-limbed frame with upside; young look and plenty of room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Balanced quiet setup and short stride. Direct path, extension through the baseball at times, line-drive approach, controls the barrel and stays on balance.
Power: 79 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Arm: RH. OF - 79 mph. Short, compact arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Quick active feet, precise routes, plays through the baseball.
Run: 7.96 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-foot-1, 140-pounds. Lean, high-waisted, long-limbed frame with upside; young look and plenty of room for added strength.
Delivery: Slight drop and drive delivery, works with a smooth rhythm, strong front side, on line with target, lands square, athletic finish through release.
Arm Action: RH. Loose, quick arm action, over-the-top slot.
FB: T78, 75-76 mph. Plays with sink. Strikes.
CB: 59-61 mph. 11/5 shape with late break. Maintains near fastball arm speed. Feel for strikes.
CH: 64-67 mph. Primarily played with sink and flashed arm-side run. Strikes down in the zone. Feel for pitch.