21.3
Hand Speed (max)
2/08/25
CLASS OF 2027
C
RHP
Benjamin
Buchanan
Mater Dei (HS) • IN
5' 11" • 175LBS
R/R • 17yr 2mo
Travel Team: Indiana Astros Black 17U
5' 11" • 175LBS
R/R • 17yr 2mo
Travel Team: Indiana Astros Black 17U
Rankings
2027 National
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Best Of Stats
70.7
Bat Speed (max)
12/14/25
19.3
Rot. Acc (max)
12/14/25
-
Hard Hit %
88.4
Exit Velocity (max)
12/14/25
81.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
12/14/25
267
Distance (max)
2/08/25
56
Sweet Spot %
10/22/23
7.49
60-yd
12/14/25
4.13
30-yd
12/14/25
1.72
10-yd
12/14/25
18.2
Run speed (max)
12/14/25
-
INF Velo
-
OF Velo
72
C Velo
12/14/25
2.15 - 2.22
Pop Time
12/14/25
Fastball
79.1
Velocity (max)
12/14/25
76 - 79
Velo Range
12/14/25
1753
Spin Rate (avg)
12/14/25
Changeup
71 - 72
Velo Range
12/14/25
1295
Spin Rate (avg)
12/14/25
Curveball
63 - 67
Velo Range
12/14/25
1961
Spin Rate (avg)
12/14/25
Slider
63.6 - 66.2
Velo Range
12/14/25
1901
Spin Rate (avg)
12/14/25
Positional Tools
2025
2023
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Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.15 - 2.33
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.36 - 2.86
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
65.0
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).
88.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
267
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
113
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
8.2694
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).
75.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
62.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
252
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
135
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.4406
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.
Hoosier Holiday Showcase
Dec 14, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
88.4
Exit Velocity (max)
81.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
102
Distance (avg)
256
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
Terre Haute Preseason ID
Feb 8, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
85.2
Exit Velocity (max)
76.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
119
Distance (avg)
267
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Razorbacks Baseball Scout Day
Oct 22, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
75.4
Exit Velocity (max)
61.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
119
Distance (avg)
252
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Evansville Open
Jul 11, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
71.6
Exit Velocity (max)
64.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
148
Distance (avg)
237
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.3
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.4
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
70.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.9
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.
19.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
17.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
63.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
56.4
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.
Hoosier Holiday Showcase
Dec 14, 2025
Blast - Hitting
20.8
Hand Speed (max)
20.2
Hand Speed (avg)
70.7
Bat Speed (max)
67.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Terre Haute Preseason ID
Feb 8, 2025
Blast - Hitting
21.3
Hand Speed (max)
18.8
Hand Speed (avg)
67.7
Bat Speed (max)
61.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Razorbacks Baseball Scout Day
Oct 22, 2023
Blast - Hitting
19.5
Hand Speed (max)
17.9
Hand Speed (avg)
63.4
Bat Speed (max)
59.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Evansville Open
Jul 11, 2023
Blast - Hitting
18.4
Hand Speed (max)
16.4
Hand Speed (avg)
60.0
Bat Speed (max)
54.3
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).
76.1
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).
1647
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.
21.6
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).
63.5
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).
1856
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).
69.5
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).
1268
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).
63.2
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).
1756
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).
69.3
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
67.7
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).
1529
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.
22.6
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).
57.9
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).
1669
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).
63.2
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).
1156
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).
57.8
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).
1623
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).
Hoosier Holiday Showcase
Dec 14, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
79.1
Velocity (max)
76.2 - 78.6
Velo Range
76.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,882
Spin Rate (max)
1,753
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
67.0
Velocity (max)
62.9 - 66.7
Velo Range
63.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,063
Spin Rate (max)
1,961
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
66.2
Velocity (max)
63.6 - 66.2
Velo Range
63.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,920
Spin Rate (max)
1,901
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
71.8
Velocity (max)
70.8 - 71.8
Velo Range
71.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,360
Spin Rate (max)
1,295
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Terre Haute Preseason ID
Feb 8, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
76.8
Velocity (max)
73.6 - 76.2
Velo Range
72.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,657
Spin Rate (max)
1,556
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
63.0
Velocity (max)
61.8 - 62.8
Velo Range
59.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,823
Spin Rate (max)
1,752
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
62.7
Velocity (max)
60.7 - 62.6
Velo Range
59.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,827
Spin Rate (max)
1,610
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
66.0
Velocity (max)
65.6 - 66.0
Velo Range
64.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,228
Spin Rate (max)
1,213
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Evansville Open
Jul 11, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
69.3
Velocity (max)
65.9 - 69.3
Velo Range
66.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,594
Spin Rate (max)
1,529
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
60.2
Velocity (max)
56.4 - 59.5
Velo Range
55.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,785
Spin Rate (max)
1,669
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
58.4
Velocity (max)
57.3 - 58.3
Velo Range
54.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,732
Spin Rate (max)
1,623
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
64.7
Velocity (max)
61.5 - 64.7
Velo Range
61.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,287
Spin Rate (max)
1,156
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
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)
76.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
63.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.8
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
63.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
58.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
63.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
57.5
Game Performance
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.96
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
8.13
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.
1.72
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.13
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.49
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.
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.
58.19
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Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-11, 165-pounds. Wiry, lanky frame
Hit: RHH. Starts balanced with short hand load and on-time stride to create abv avg sep. at heel strike. Bat works on a rotational, level path. Tends to drag barrel, strength gains will pay dividends. Shows some barrel feel w best balls struck to pull side
Power: 85 max exit velocity, averaged 76.0 mph. 267' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-72 mph. Short quick arm works from OTT
Defense: 2.29-2.33 pop times. Fast transfer and feet on throws to 2B. Mobile, 1KD receiver w fringy hands.
ATH: 7.80 runner in the 60. 1.94 and 4.36 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 17.90 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 50.58 Edge Score
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-8, 135-pounds. Lean build
Hit: RHH. Starts in a narrow stance with the bat resting on the back shoulder. Hands lift to begin the load, uses a long stride as a forward move towards the baseball. Bat works on a loose, level swing plane.
Power: 75 max exit velocity, averaged 61.4 mph. 252' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-65 mph. Short arm action from a high 3/4 slot.
Defense: 2.72-2.86 pop times. Flexible receiver with avg hands. Exchange is consistent.
ATH: 8.13 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-7, 135-pounds. Lanky build
Delivery: Slower tempo delivery. Moderate balance point with a controlled move down the mound. In-line shoulders, lands square, upright finish.
Arm Action: RH. Moderate arm action from an over-the-top slot.
FB: T69, 66-69 mph. Some ASR. T1594, 1529 average rpm.
CB: 56-60 mph. 11/5 shape - developing command T1785, 1669 average rpm.
SL: 57-58 mph. Similar to CB. T1732, 1623 average rpm.
CH: 62-65 mph. Fading action. T1287, 1156 average rpm.
ATH: 8.46 runner in the 60. 1.96 in the 10 yard split.
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-7, 135-pounds. Lanky build
Hit: RHH. Starts in a tall stance. Toe tap stride with a compact load. Level swing with a gap-to-gap approach. Developing bat speed. 54.3 mph bat speed with 14 G’s of rotational acceleration.
Power: 72 max exit velocity, averaged 64.0 mph. 237' max distance.
Arm: RH. C-63 mph. Short arm action from a 3/4 slot.
Defense: 2.36-2.43 pop times. Developing footwork, soft hands, quick exchange. Flexible setup.
ATH: 8.46 runner in the 60. 1.96 in the 10 yard split.