@colinbyers115 20.1
Hand Speed (max)
8/05/25
CLASS OF 2027
OF
LHP
Colin
Byers
Streator Township (HS) • IL
6' 2" • 179.7LBS
L/L • 17yr
Travel Team: Longshots Baseball
6' 2" • 179.7LBSL/L • 17yr
Travel Team: Longshots Baseball
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Best Of Stats
69
Bat Speed (max)
8/05/25
8.4
Rot. Acc (max)
8/05/25
50
Hard Hit %
8/05/25
93.7
Exit Velocity (max)
8/05/25
84.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/09/25
348
Distance (max)
8/05/25
80
Sweet Spot %
8/05/25
7.18
60-yd
8/05/25
3.89
30-yd
8/05/25
1.64
10-yd
8/05/25
18.6
Run speed (max)
8/05/25
71
INF Velo
2/09/25
79
OF Velo
8/05/25
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
79.1
Velocity (max)
8/05/25
76 - 79
Velo Range
8/05/25
1884
Spin Rate (avg)
8/05/25
Changeup
71 - 71
Velo Range
8/05/25
1333
Spin Rate (avg)
8/05/25
Curveball
64.2 - 68.1
Velo Range
8/05/25
1526
Spin Rate (avg)
2/09/25
Positional Tools
2025
2023
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.18
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.0
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.
13.1
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.84
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.0
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.
10.1
Hitting
2025
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
348
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
200
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.9816
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).
79.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
269
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
184
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
28.281
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
93.7
Exit Velocity (max)
84.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
268
Distance (avg)
348
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
90.7
Exit Velocity (max)
84.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
132
Distance (avg)
316
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
McCook Rising Stars ID
Apr 5, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
79.2
Exit Velocity (max)
71.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
184
Distance (avg)
269
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.3
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
69.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.1
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
20.1
Hand Speed (max)
18.7
Hand Speed (avg)
69.0
Bat Speed (max)
66.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Blast - Hitting
19.9
Hand Speed (max)
18.0
Hand Speed (avg)
67.1
Bat Speed (max)
65.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2025
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.0
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).
1878
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.
24.4
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).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
65.6
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).
1503
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).
70.2
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).
1221
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).
70.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.1
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).
1690
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.
24.5
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).
60.8
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).
1444
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).
64.4
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).
1313
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).
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
79.1
Velocity (max)
75.9 - 78.5
Velo Range
75.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,059
Spin Rate (max)
1,884
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
68.2
Velocity (max)
64.2 - 68.1
Velo Range
63.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,523
Spin Rate (max)
1,475
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
71.4
Velocity (max)
69.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,333
Spin Rate (max)
1,333
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
77.0
Velocity (max)
75.1 - 76.8
Velo Range
74.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,885
Spin Rate (max)
1,850
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
67.3
Velocity (max)
62.8 - 67.3
Velo Range
63.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,622
Spin Rate (max)
1,526
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
70.8
Velocity (max)
68.9 - 70.8
Velo Range
68.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,471
Spin Rate (max)
1,199
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
McCook Rising Stars ID
Apr 5, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
70.2
Velocity (max)
68.3 - 70.0
Velo Range
67.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,795
Spin Rate (max)
1,690
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
61.6
Velocity (max)
60.2 - 61.4
Velo Range
58.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,486
Spin Rate (max)
1,444
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
65.2
Velocity (max)
63.8 - 65.1
Velo Range
62.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,383
Spin Rate (max)
1,313
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
2023
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
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
2025
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
60.5
Game Performance
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.80
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.84
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.64
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.88
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.18
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
1.64
10-yd
3.89
30-yd
7.18
60-yd
18.6
Run speed (max)
1.03
RSI (max)
23.0
Jump Height (max)
Vizual Edge
2025
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.
74.44
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- 2025 Illinois State Games LHP Analysis: Class of 2027 - Oct 2, 2025
- Illinois State Games Outfielder Analysis: Class of 2027 - Sep 24, 2025
- 2025 Illinois State Games: Positional Data Dive - Aug 13, 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
- O'Hare Preseason ID: Pitching Data Dive - Feb 12, 2025
- McCook Rising Stars: Player Analysis - Jun 14, 2023
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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: 6-1.1, 179.7-pounds. Lean, high-waisted build with more strength to come.
Hit: LHH. Narrow setup with a longer stride. Smooth swing, balanced, on the barrel up the middle. 66.9 mph bat speed with 7g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (84.7 avg.); 348-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 79 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Quick jumps, works behind and through the baseball, steady actions.
Athletic Testing: 7.18 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.00-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 71.51 Edge Score.
Positional Profile: LHP
Delivery: Simple, controlled delivery, works in-line to the plate.
Arm Action: LH. Full arm action, 3/4 slot, clean.
FB: T79, 76-79 mph. Finish through the zone, strikes. T2059, 1884 average rpm.
CB: 64-68 mph. Tight 11/5 shape. T1523, 1475 average rpm.
CH: 71-71 mph. Flashed, downer action. T1333, 1333 average rpm.
+ 1B Colin Byers (Streator, 2027) is a highly-projectable L/L prospect to know from the day. He has a lean, high-waisted 6-foot-2, 172-pound frame with plenty more strength to come. At the plate, the left-handed hitter showed an athletic swing with a flatter path and some length through the zone, getting extension through impact and showing the ability to drive the ball the other way (T91 mph max EV). At first base, Byers showed quick feet and some bounce, pairing with steady hands that work out front.
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 6-1, 180-pounds.
Delivery: Athletic delivery, on time and in balance.
Arm Action: LH. Some length, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T77, 75-77 mph. Slight arm side run. T1885, 1850 average rpm.
CB: 63-67 mph. 1/7 shape. T1622, 1526 average rpm.
CH: 69-71 mph. Straight change, slight sink. T1471, 1199 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 6-1, 180 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Stands tall with a slight knee bend, minimal hand load, small leg kick. Flatter path, long through the zone with extension, drives through the lower half, works mostly up the middle but is comfortable using the entire field. 65.5 mph bat speed with 6g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (84.8 avg.); 316-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. INF - 71 mph. Easy motion, low 3/4 release.
Defense: Quick feet, played with bounce, presents glove out front, steady hands.
Athletic Testing: 7.35 runner in the 60-yard dash
Vizual Edge: 74.44 Edge Score.
Positional Profile: 1B
Body: 5-11, 160-pounds. Well proportioned, athletic build, with room to fill out.
Hit: LHH. Tall setup, slightly open, toe-tap trigger, hands load back. Flat path, easy juice, uses his levers well.
Power: 79 max exit velocity, averaged 71.2 mph. 269’ max distance.
Arm: LH. INF - 66 mph. Firm arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Light on his feet, easy mover, steady hands.
Run: 7.84 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: LHP
Delivery: Repeatable, simple, medium leg lift, drop and drive delivery, works in-line.
Arm Action: LH. Long, loose arm, 3/4 slot.
FB: T70, 68-70 mph. Two-seam action, lands. T1795, 1690 average rpm.
CB: 60-61 mph. 1/7 shape, gradual. T1486, 1444 average rpm.
CH: 64-65 mph. Maintains fastball speed, downer movement. T1383, 1313 average rpm.