@nathan_kaminski 21.4
Hand Speed (max)
1/19/26
CLASS OF 2027
OF
LHP
Nate
Kaminski
Lincoln-Way East (HS) • IL
5' 10" • 172.4LBS
L/L • 16yr 6mo
Travel Team: Chicago Elite Black 2027
5' 10" • 172.4LBSL/L • 16yr 6mo
Travel Team: Chicago Elite Black 2027
Rankings
2027 National
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2027 State
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Best Of Stats
70.4
Bat Speed (max)
8/05/25
15.3
Rot. Acc (max)
8/05/25
42
Hard Hit %
1/19/26
93.5
Exit Velocity (max)
1/19/26
88
Exit Velocity (avg)
1/19/26
327
Distance (max)
8/05/25
67
Sweet Spot %
1/19/26
6.98
60-yd
8/05/25
3.86
30-yd
8/05/25
1.66
10-yd
8/05/25
19.7
Run speed (max)
8/05/25
-
INF Velo
87
OF Velo
1/19/26
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
83.2
Velocity (max)
8/05/25
80 - 82.2
Velo Range
8/05/25
1789
Spin Rate (avg)
8/05/25
Changeup
76 - 76
Velo Range
8/05/25
1530
Spin Rate (avg)
8/05/25
Curveball
71 - 72
Velo Range
7/10/25
1933
Spin Rate (avg)
8/05/25
Positional Tools
2026
2025
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.11
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
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.
13.2
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.98
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
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
Hitting
2026
2025
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
326
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
213
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.0191
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).
90.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
327
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
179
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
13.0993
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.
Aurora Preseason ID
Jan 19, 2026
Trackman - Hitting
93.5
Exit Velocity (max)
88.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
213
Distance (avg)
326
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
90.9
Exit Velocity (max)
83.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
179
Distance (avg)
327
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2026
2025
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.4
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
61.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
58.4
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.
21.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.3
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
70.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
65.3
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.
Aurora Preseason ID
Jan 19, 2026
Blast - Hitting
21.4
Hand Speed (max)
19.9
Hand Speed (avg)
61.7
Bat Speed (max)
58.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Blast - Hitting
21.0
Hand Speed (max)
20.3
Hand Speed (avg)
70.4
Bat Speed (max)
65.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2025
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.2
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).
1789
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.
22.1
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).
69.8
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).
1933
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
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).
1530
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
83.2
Velocity (max)
80.0 - 82.2
Velo Range
78.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,021
Spin Rate (max)
1,789
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
69.8
Velocity (max)
1,933
Spin Rate (max)
1,933
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
76.0
Velocity (max)
74.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,530
Spin Rate (max)
1,530
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
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)
78.7
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.0
Game Performance
2026
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.68
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.91
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.11
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.66
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.86
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.98
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
1.66
10-yd
3.86
30-yd
6.98
60-yd
19.7
Run speed (max)
1.87
RSI (max)
24.0
Jump Height (max)
Vizual Edge
2026
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.
55.78
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.
50.96
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
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- Aurora Preseason ID: Quick Hits - Jan 22, 2026
- Aurora Preseason ID: Statistical Analysis - Jan 20, 2026
- Aurora Preseason ID: Preview Story - Jan 16, 2026
- 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 Workout Day - Aug 12, 2025
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Physical
2026
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.
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.
+ OF Nate Kaminski (Lincoln-Way East, 2027) continues to look the part as a projectable left-handed hitter in the state. He turned in one of the best 60-times of the day with a 7.11, but he’s been down to a 6.98 in the past. His round of BP was full of line drives, showing a simple and flat swing that stays balanced and uses the middle of the field (T94 mph EV). Defensively, he also showed well, playing with comfortable actions in the outfield while leading the event in outfield velocity at 87 mph.
Positional Profile: OF/LHP
Body: 5-9, 168.4 pounds. Compact frame with some present upper-body strength.
Hit: LHH. Balanced, short stride, easy and repeats. Simple swing, flat with a line-drive approach, balanced, middle and pull-side approach. 58.4 mph bat speed with 9g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (88 avg.); 326-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 87 mph. Medium arm circle, athletic arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Stays behind the ball, one hand gather off front foot, short shuffle step to target.
Athletic Testing: 7.11 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 55.78 Edge Score.
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-9, 168.4-pounds. Wiry frame with some present athleticism.
Hit: LHH. Wider base, simple, short stride. Athletic hands that can cover the plate and use the whole field, direct path, line drive approach. 65.3 mph bat speed with 13g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (83.6 avg.); 327-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 85 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Efficient routes, works behind the baseball, steady hands.
Athletic Testing: 6.98 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.00-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 50.96 Edge Score.
Positional Profile: LHP
Delivery: Stretch-only, simple, medium leg lift, tall and fall, directional.
Arm Action: LH. Long, high 3/4 arm action.
FB: T83, 80-82 mph. Mostly straight, cut at times. T2021, 1789 average rpm.
CB: 70-70 mph. Big depth. T1933, 1933 average rpm.
CH: 76-76 mph. Straight action, flashed. T1530, 1530 average rpm.