84.2
Velocity (max)
2/09/25
CLASS OF 2026
LHP
OF
Christian
Niederwerder
Blue Valley (HS) • KS
6' 0" • 205LBS
R/L • 17yr 5mo
Travel Team: NBA Marucci
6' 0" • 205LBSR/L • 17yr 5mo
Travel Team: NBA Marucci
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
81.7 - 84.1
Velo Range
2/09/25
2121
Spin Rate (avg)
10/19/24
Changeup
78 - 80
Velo Range
2/09/25
1577
Spin Rate (avg)
6/02/25
Curveball
74 - 80
Velo Range
2/09/25
1798
Spin Rate (avg)
2/09/25
96.4
Exit Velocity (max)
6/02/25
85.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
6/02/25
351
Distance (max)
10/19/24
60
Sweet Spot %
2/09/25
23.3
Hand Speed (max)
2/09/25
74.9
Bat Speed (max)
6/02/25
17.2
Rot. Acc (max)
2/09/25
38
Hard Hit %
6/02/25
6.79
60-yd
6/02/25
3.91
30-yd
10/19/24
1.66
10-yd
10/19/24
20.2
Run speed (max)
10/19/24
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INF Velo
86
OF Velo
2/09/25
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Positional Tools
2025
2024
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Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
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).
83.0
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.
13.3
Hitting
2025
2024
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
96.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
319
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
143
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.8311
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).
92.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
351
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
156
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
23.1367
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.
Building Champions/NBA Scout Day
Jun 2, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
96.4
Exit Velocity (max)
85.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
137
Distance (avg)
319
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Kansas City Preseason ID
Feb 16, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
89.8
Exit Velocity (max)
74.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
139
Distance (avg)
220
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
MOKAN Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 9, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
89.6
Exit Velocity (max)
83.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
158
Distance (avg)
272
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
Natural Baseball Academy Scout Day
Oct 19, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
92.8
Exit Velocity (max)
77.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
177
Distance (avg)
351
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Kansas City Preseason ID
Feb 18, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
88.8
Exit Velocity (max)
74.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
138
Distance (avg)
246
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2025
2024
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
23.3
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.8
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
74.9
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.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
22.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
74.8
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.0
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.
Building Champions/NBA Scout Day
Jun 2, 2025
Blast - Hitting
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
21.6
Hand Speed (avg)
74.9
Bat Speed (max)
66.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Kansas City Preseason ID
Feb 16, 2025
Blast - Hitting
22.4
Hand Speed (max)
21.5
Hand Speed (avg)
66.0
Bat Speed (max)
63.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
MOKAN Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 9, 2025
Blast - Hitting
23.3
Hand Speed (max)
22.3
Hand Speed (avg)
70.9
Bat Speed (max)
65.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Natural Baseball Academy Scout Day
Oct 19, 2024
Blast - Hitting
22.8
Hand Speed (max)
21.6
Hand Speed (avg)
74.8
Bat Speed (max)
70.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Kansas City Preseason ID
Feb 18, 2024
Blast - Hitting
21.6
Hand Speed (max)
20.4
Hand Speed (avg)
70.5
Bat Speed (max)
66.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2025
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.5
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).
1907
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.
23.1
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).
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).
1700
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).
78.0
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).
1560
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.2
Fastball
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
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).
2121
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.
27.2
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).
68.6
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).
1717
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).
73.9
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).
1555
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).
Building Champions/NBA Scout Day
Jun 2, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
83.6
Velocity (max)
81.2 - 83.1
Velo Range
82.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,049
Spin Rate (max)
1,958
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)
68.0 - 71.9
Velo Range
69.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,841
Spin Rate (max)
1,603
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
74.2
Velocity (max)
1,577
Spin Rate (max)
1,577
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
MOKAN Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 9, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
84.2
Velocity (max)
81.7 - 84.1
Velo Range
82.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,978
Spin Rate (max)
1,848
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
82.8
Velocity (max)
73.6 - 79.9
Velo Range
74.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,918
Spin Rate (max)
1,798
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
79.9
Velocity (max)
78.4 - 79.9
Velo Range
79.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,637
Spin Rate (max)
1,555
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Natural Baseball Academy Scout Day
Oct 19, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
81.2
Velocity (max)
76.2 - 79.8
Velo Range
76.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,194
Spin Rate (max)
2,121
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
71.0
Velocity (max)
66.8 - 70.5
Velo Range
66.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,746
Spin Rate (max)
1,717
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
74.5
Velocity (max)
73.3 - 74.5
Velo Range
70.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,579
Spin Rate (max)
1,555
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
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
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)
83.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.0
Game Performance
2025
2024
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.77
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.08
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.79
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.
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.
3.91
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.0
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vizual Edge
2025
2024
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.
91.59
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.
80.77
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Physical
2025
2024
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.
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 6-0, 205-pounds. Long athletic frame.
Hit: RHH. Tall even setup with a balanced base, weight centered, and quiet hands. Uses a moderate leg lift trigger. Short flat path through the zone, some barrels, present power. 63.9 mph bat speed with 11 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 74.2 mph. 220' max distance.
Arm: LH.
ATH: 7.19 runner in the 60. 1.77 and 4.08 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 5-11, 205-pounds. Athletic build with strength present.
Delivery: Drop and drive delivery with a deliberate tempo. Uses a high leg lift before striding straight down the mound into a balanced landing with some recoil.
Arm Action: LH. Long strong arm action from a high 3/4 slot.
FB: T84, 82-84 mph. Some strikes, keeps its plane. T1978, 1848 average rpm.
CB: 74-80 mph. Mostly strikes, rolling 12/6 shape. T1918, 1798 average rpm.
CH: 78-80 mph. Some strikes, keeps its plane. T1637, 1555 average rpm.
ATH: 1.84 and 4.15 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 26.90 max vertical.
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 5-11, 205-pounds. Athletic build with strength present.
Hit: RHH. Upright even setup with a wide base, weight centered, and active hands. Uses a toe tap trigger. Compact flat path through the zone with a slightly uphill finish, mostly barrels, present power. 65.1 mph bat speed with 13 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 83.7 mph. 272' max distance.
Arm: LH. OF-86 mph.
Defense: Confident athletic actions defensively.
ATH: 1.84 and 4.15 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 26.90 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 91.59 Edge Score
A 6-foot, 195-pound all around athlete that can impact the game on both sides of the ball, LHP/OF Christian Niederwerder (Blue Valley, 2026) is a two-way standout that impressed our staff in Saturday’s look. At the plate, the junior used a quick, rotational swing that stayed on plane through the zone to spray line drives to the pullside throughout his round of BP, posting a peak exit velocity of 92.8 mph on the day. Defensively, he showed arm strength (T83 mph) and reliable actions from the outfield while also running a 7.00 60 to pair. To wrap up the day, Neiderwerder hopped on the mound, topping out at 81.2 mph with his fastball and commanding a curveball/changeup mix for strikes.
Christian Niederwerder, Blue Valley (KS), 2026
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 6-0, 190-pounds. Athletic build with strength present.
Hit: RHH. Even, wide stance. Weight balanced, chest slightly over toes. Barrel rests on shoulder and remains there throughout load. Toe-tap timing mechanism. Quick turn behind the ball. Barrel works long and flat through the zone. Rotates well. Flashed pull side power. 66.2 mph bat speed with 11 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 89 max exit velocity, averaged 74.2 mph. 246' max distance.
Arm: LH. OF-79 mph. Longer arm swing with a high-3/4 arm slot.
Defense: Works through hops. Glove works out front. Flashed some glovework. Double taps before release.
ATH: 6.98 runner in the 60.