20.9
Hand Speed (max)
10/01/23
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OF James Nydegger (Mount Carmel) had a strong all-around showing at the event, highlighted by a 6.79 laser-timed 60, the best of the event. He also was an easy mover in the outfield and topped at 84 mph with a quick arm. Offensively, the 5-foot-11, 160-pound, right-handed hitter has quick hands, creates bat speed and made a lot of hard, lifted contact. Nydegger peaked at 92.8 mph off the bat and also registered a furthest batted ball of 312’. One to follow coming out of the event.
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-11, 160-pounds. Well-proportioned frame.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, fluid load and controlled stride. Fast hands, creates advanced bat speed and jumps off the barrel for his size. Made a lot of loud, lifted contact to both gaps. 68.5 mph bat speed with 13 G’s of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 86 mph. 312’ max distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 84 mph. Long arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Fields ball in-stride and out front, moves well around the ball.
Run: 6.79 runner in the 60.