@dobbsmichael17 20.5
Hand Speed (max)
8/02/25
CLASS OF 2028
SS
C
Michael
Dobbs
Seaman (HS) • KS
5' 10" • 165LBS
R/R • 16yr 5mo
Travel Team: Engaged athletics 16u black
5' 10" • 165LBSR/R • 16yr 5mo
Travel Team: Engaged athletics 16u black
Rankings
2028 National
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2028 State
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Best Of Stats
68.3
Bat Speed (max)
2/15/25
13.2
Rot. Acc (max)
8/02/25
38
Hard Hit %
8/02/25
92.7
Exit Velocity (max)
9/14/25
84.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
8/02/25
298
Distance (max)
8/02/25
67
Sweet Spot %
9/14/25
6.94
60-yd
9/14/25
3.89
30-yd
9/14/25
1.67
10-yd
2/15/25
20.1
Run speed (max)
9/14/25
88
INF Velo
9/14/25
-
OF Velo
75
C Velo
2/15/25
1.97 - 2.06
Pop Time
2/15/25
Fastball
84.1
Velocity (max)
8/02/25
83 - 84
Velo Range
8/02/25
2210
Spin Rate (avg)
9/14/25
Curveball
71 - 74
Velo Range
2/15/25
2719
Spin Rate (avg)
8/02/25
Positional Tools
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)
6.94
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
1.97 - 2.06
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
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.
13.4
Hitting
2025
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.7
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).
298
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
178
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
23.6821
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.
Kansas Fall Games (Invite Only)
Sep 14, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
92.7
Exit Velocity (max)
78.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
188
Distance (avg)
270
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Central Super Sophomore Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 2, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
91.2
Exit Velocity (max)
84.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
177
Distance (avg)
298
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Engaged Athletics Scout Day
Feb 15, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
85.3
Exit Velocity (max)
72.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
172
Distance (avg)
287
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.
20.5
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.3
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
65.2
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.
Kansas Fall Games (Invite Only)
Sep 14, 2025
Blast - Hitting
19.0
Hand Speed (max)
18.3
Hand Speed (avg)
68.3
Bat Speed (max)
65.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Central Super Sophomore Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 2, 2025
Blast - Hitting
20.5
Hand Speed (max)
20.2
Hand Speed (avg)
65.6
Bat Speed (max)
63.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Engaged Athletics Scout Day
Feb 15, 2025
Blast - Hitting
19.8
Hand Speed (max)
18.3
Hand Speed (avg)
68.3
Bat Speed (max)
65.2
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).
84.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.8
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).
2188
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.
26.6
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).
71.8
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).
2480
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).
Kansas Fall Games (Invite Only)
Sep 14, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
83.8
Velocity (max)
81.6 - 83.6
Velo Range
79.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,297
Spin Rate (max)
2,210
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
72.9
Velocity (max)
70.5 - 72.4
Velo Range
67.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,493
Spin Rate (max)
2,413
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Central Super Sophomore Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 2, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
84.1
Velocity (max)
82.9 - 83.9
Velo Range
81.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,232
Spin Rate (max)
2,147
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
72.1
Velocity (max)
71.2 - 71.9
Velo Range
69.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,807
Spin Rate (max)
2,719
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Engaged Athletics Scout Day
Feb 15, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
83.1
Velocity (max)
77.1 - 83.1
Velo Range
78.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,318
Spin Rate (max)
2,177
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)
71.4 - 74.0
Velo Range
71.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,450
Spin Rate (max)
2,370
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2025
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.
Pitching Velos
2025
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
82.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.7
Game Performance
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.67
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.89
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.94
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.
Central Super Sophomore Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 2, 2025
Vald
1.84
10-yd
4.16
30-yd
7.44
60-yd
18.7
Run speed (max)
0.94
RSI (max)
21.9
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.
70.65
Pitch Ai
Notes
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- Engaged Athletics Scout Day: Quick Hits - Mar 3, 2025
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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: SS/C
Body: 5-10, 165-pounds. Compact athletic build.
Delivery: Drop and drive delivery with a moderate tempo. Uses a moderate leg lift before striding straight down the mound and falling off after landing.
Arm Action: RH. Long strong arm action from a 3/4 slot.
FB: T84, 82-84 mph. Developing accuracy, moderate spin, keeps its plane. T2297, 2210 average rpm.
CB: 70-72 mph. Some strkes, high spin, tight 1/7 shape. T2493, 2413 average rpm.
ATH: 6.94 runner in the 60. 1.68 and 3.89 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Positional Profile: SS/C
Body: 5-10, 165-pounds. Compact athletic build.
Hit: RHH. Upright open setup with a balanced base, weight centered, and quiet hands. Uses a short leg lift trigger working back to even and gaining some ground forward. Compact flat path through the zone, mostly barrels, power present. 65.9 mph bat speed with 7 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 78.1 mph. 270' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-88 mph. Moderate stroke from a 3/4 slot.
Defense: Confident athletic actions defensively.
ATH: 6.94 runner in the 60. 1.68 and 3.89 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 66.87 Edge Score
Another standout freshman from the Topeka area, C/INF/RHP Michael Dobbs (Seaman, 2028). The 5-foot-11, 165-pound backstop showcased his advanced arm strength and versatility, posting impressive 1.97-2.06 pop times with a 75 mph arm from behind the plate. His athleticism carried over to the infield, where he fired an 85 mph strike across the diamond. At the plate, Dobbs displayed developing power, while on the mound, he ran his fastball up to 83 mph, further highlighting his all-around potential.