@owen_novak_ 88
Velocity (max)
8/06/24
CLASS OF 2026
RHP
Owen
Novak
Lincoln-Way Central (HS) • IL
6' 3" • 226.2LBS
L/R • 18yr
Travel Team: Chicago Elite Royal
6' 3" • 226.2LBSL/R • 18yr
Travel Team: Chicago Elite Royal
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2026 National
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2026 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
86.5 - 87.4
Velo Range
3/01/25
2172
Spin Rate (avg)
8/05/25
Changeup
79 - 80
Velo Range
3/01/25
1664
Spin Rate (avg)
8/08/23
Curveball
73 - 76
Velo Range
8/05/25
2411
Spin Rate (avg)
3/01/25
Slider
76 - 78
Velo Range
3/01/25
2376
Spin Rate (avg)
3/01/25
7.36
60-yd
6/13/23
4.05
30-yd
6/13/23
1.76
10-yd
6/13/23
18.6
Run speed (max)
6/13/23
Positional Tools
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)
7.36
Hitting
Hitting
Pitching
2025
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.6
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).
1797
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.
21.2
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).
73.8
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).
2316
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).
79.2
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).
1432
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).
2376
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).
Cutter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.4
Cutter
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).
2172
Cutter
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).
87.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.2
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).
2075
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.
24.3
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).
73.1
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).
2365
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).
77.9
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).
1611
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).
80.9
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).
1962
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.
24.2
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).
72.5
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).
2137
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).
72.3
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).
1646
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).
69.5
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).
2138
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
86.3
Velocity (max)
83.0 - 85.1
Velo Range
83.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,989
Spin Rate (max)
1,778
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
76.1
Velocity (max)
73.4 - 75.8
Velo Range
73.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,312
Spin Rate (max)
2,262
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Cutter
81.4
Velocity (max)
78.4 - 81.1
Velo Range
78.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,249
Spin Rate (max)
2,172
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Mar 1, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
87.6
Velocity (max)
86.5 - 87.4
Velo Range
88.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,969
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)
Trackman - Curveball
73.8
Velocity (max)
71.7 - 73.5
Velo Range
72.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,437
Spin Rate (max)
2,411
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
77.9
Velocity (max)
76.0 - 77.8
Velo Range
76.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,397
Spin Rate (max)
2,376
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
79.7
Velocity (max)
78.9 - 79.6
Velo Range
80.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,582
Spin Rate (max)
1,432
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 6, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
87.9
Velocity (max)
83.9 - 86.6
Velo Range
83.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,193
Spin Rate (max)
2,075
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
74.6
Velocity (max)
72.3 - 74.1
Velo Range
70.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,530
Spin Rate (max)
2,365
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
77.9
Velocity (max)
75.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,611
Spin Rate (max)
1,611
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 8, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
82.3
Velocity (max)
79.6 - 81.6
Velo Range
78.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,055
Spin Rate (max)
1,898
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
74.0
Velocity (max)
71.3 - 73.8
Velo Range
69.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,196
Spin Rate (max)
2,137
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
73.8
Velocity (max)
70.4 - 73.5
Velo Range
69.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,988
Spin Rate (max)
1,664
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Chicagoland Open
Jun 13, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
83.2
Velocity (max)
80.9 - 83.1
Velo Range
81.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,212
Spin Rate (max)
2,145
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
71.0
Velocity (max)
68.2 - 70.8
Velo Range
68.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,207
Spin Rate (max)
2,138
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
74.1
Velocity (max)
71.5 - 73.7
Velo Range
72.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,647
Spin Rate (max)
1,628
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2025
2024
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
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
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.
Pitching Velos
2025
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
85.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.5
Slider
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
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
84.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.0
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)
81.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.2
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Game Performance
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.76
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.
7.36
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vizual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- 2025 Illinois State Games RHP Analysis: Class of 2026 - Oct 1, 2025
- Illinois State Games: Teams 11-20 Takeaways - Aug 20, 2025
- Preseason All-State Upperclass: Pitcher Analysis - Jun 7, 2025
- 4A Watchlist: Teams to Know - Mar 19, 2025
- Prep Baseball Illinois Best of 2024: Top Average Curveball Spin Rate - Nov 29, 2024
- Prep Baseball Illinois Best of 2024: Top Fastball Velocity - Nov 27, 2024
- Illinois State Games: Class of 2026 Right-Handed Pitcher Analysis - Nov 7, 2024
- Illinois State Games: 2026 Pitcher Analysis - Oct 27, 2023
- Chicagoland Open: Pitcher Analysis - Aug 29, 2023
- Illinois State Games: Takeaways, 2026s - Aug 22, 2023
- Chicagoland Open: Quick Hits - Jun 15, 2023
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Physical
2023
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.
RHP Owen Novak (Lincoln-Way Central, 2026) attacked hitters in his two innings of work. Possessing a broad-shouldered 6-foot-3, 226-pound frame with present strength in the lower half, Novak was efficient on the mound. Mechanically, the right-hander was an up-tempo mover, showing a medium leg lift into a drop-and-drive delivery, landing in-line. He showcased a full arm circle, from a loose ¾ slot. Novak showed some swing-and-miss stuff with his three-pitch mix, collecting four strikeouts without allowing a single run. His fastball sat 83-85 mph, topping 86.3 mph with a max IVB at 17.8” and a HM max at 18.1”. He also employed an 11/5 curveball at 73-76 mph with a 2,312 rpm max spin rate, and a cutter with late action at 78-81 mph.
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-2, 226.2-pounds. Trim, athletic frame with long levers present.
Delivery: Up-tempo mover, medium leg kick into drop and drive delivery, lands in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Clean, full arm circle, loose 3/4 slot.
FB: T86, 83-85 mph. Straight actions, clean out of the hand. T1989, 1778 average rpm.
CB: 73-76 mph. Downer 11/5 break. T2312, 2262 average rpm.
CUT: 78-81 mph. Late cutting action.
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-2, 207.9-pounds. Physical build, strong lower-half, broad shoulders with a durable frame.
Delivery: Stretch-only delivery, medium leg lift with tuck and coil, drop/drive down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Clean, compact arm action from a 3/4 slot.
FB: T88, 86-87 mph. Clean out of the hand with straight actions. T1969, 1883 average rpm.
CB: 72-74 mph. Plays vertically, 11/5 shape strikes. T2437, 2411 average rpm.
SL: 76-78 mph. Plays with 10/4 action, has feel for the zone, feel to spin. T2397, 2376 average rpm.
CH: 79-80 mph. Plays with sink, lands for strikes. T1582, 1432 average rpm.
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-2, 207.9-pounds.
Delivery: Fluid mover, front side tuck, steep uphill tilt, forceful back leg drive.
Arm Action: RH. Whippy/loose action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T88, 84-87 mph. Heavy arm-side run and sink. Shows carry. T2193, 2075 average rpm.
CB: 72-74 mph. Advanced spin. Tight 1/7 shape. T2530, 2365 average rpm.
CH: 78-78 mph. Plays with slight arm-side run. T1611, 1611 average rpm.
RHP Owen Novak (Lincoln-Way Central, 2026) stands at a strong, well-proportioned 6-foot-3, 185-pounds with room to add more mass, too. Novak’s fastball played in the low-80s and he paired it with a low-70s curveball, as well as a low-70s changeup, too.
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-3, 185-pounds.
Delivery: Hybrid delivery, quick rock into medium leg lift, tall/fall delivery, finish out front.
Arm Action: RH. Shorter arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T82, 80-82 mph. Heavy sinking action at times. T2055, 1898 average rpm.
CB: 71-74 mph. Short 10/4 action with some horizontal movement. T2196, 2137 average rpm.
CH: 70-73 mph. Fade, maintains arm action. T1988, 1664 average rpm.
RHP Owen Novak (Lincoln-Way Central, 2026) was another one of the top arms at the event. . Standing at 6-foot-2, 185-pounds, Novak is an athletic and projectable right-handed pitcher. He works with a short, quick arm action and above-average three-pitch mix. His fastball flashed armside run amd ride through the zone, sitting 81-83 mph, T2212 rpm. His best offspeed pitch in this look was his change-up which showed downer action with heavy fade to the armside. He rounded out his arsenal with a slider with gradual break and feel for the zone.
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-1, 184-pounds.
Delivery: Hybrid delivery, works downhill.
Arm Action: RH. Short, quick arm action, has whip to it.
FB: T83, 81-83 mph. Armside run, has ride up and through the zone. T2212, 2145 average rpm.
SL: 68-71 mph. Gradual break, has feel for the zone. T2207, 2138 average rpm.
CH: 72-74 mph. Downer action, fades heavily arm-side, best of the off-speed. T1647, 1628 average rpm.
ATH: 7.36 runner in the 60. 1.76 and 4.05 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.