@Drake_Young28 
26.9
Hand Speed (max)
9/18/21
CLASS OF 2023
3B
RHP
Drake
Young
Warren East (HS) • KY
6' 0" • 185LBS
R/R • 20yr 5mo
Travel Team: SE Rawlings Mad Mavericks KY
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
75.5
Bat Speed (max)
9/18/21
22.5
Rot. Acc (max)
10/02/21
13
Hard Hit %
10/02/21
93.3
Exit Velocity (max)
10/02/21
84.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
9/18/21
317
Distance (max)
10/02/21
71
Sweet Spot %
2/13/22
7.63
60-yd
6/15/22
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
80
INF Velo
9/18/21
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
81
Velocity (max)
6/22/21
77 - 80
Velo Range
6/22/21
1995
Spin Rate (avg)
6/22/21
Changeup
71.3 - 71.4
Velo Range
2/13/22
1250
Spin Rate (avg)
2/13/22
Curveball
66 - 69
Velo Range
2/13/22
1836
Spin Rate (avg)
6/22/21
Positional Tools
2022
2021
2020
2019
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.63
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
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.
11.2
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.78
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
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.
12.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.99
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
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.
10.4
Home to First
The athlete's fastest home-to-first time in the given event year. Measured from bat-on-ball to foot-on-bag, in seconds (s).
5.02
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.0
Hitting
2022
2021
2020
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
274
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
189
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
27.9371
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).
93.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
317
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
212
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
23.1389
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).
83.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
261
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
182
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
20.1353
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.
KHSBCA Junior East/West Showcase 6-15-22
Jun 15, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
81.6
Exit Velocity (max)
68.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
205
Distance (avg)
274
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Preseason All-State Showcase 2-13-22 (Class of 2022-2023)
Feb 13, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
85.5
Exit Velocity (max)
79.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
173
Distance (avg)
272
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Tennessee/Kentucky Border Battle
Oct 2, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
93.3
Exit Velocity (max)
78.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
219
Distance (avg)
317
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Class of 2023 KY State Games 9-18-21
Sep 18, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
88.0
Exit Velocity (max)
84.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
186
Distance (avg)
294
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Kentucky Top Prospect Games Session I (Invite Only) 6-22-2021
Jun 22, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
86.7
Exit Velocity (max)
81.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
222
Distance (avg)
311
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Top Prospect Games (Invite Only) Session II
Jun 30, 2020
Trackman - Hitting
83.0
Exit Velocity (max)
75.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
182
Distance (avg)
261
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2022
2021
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.
22.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
71.1
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.
26.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
22.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
75.5
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.4
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.
Preseason All-State Showcase 2-13-22 (Class of 2022-2023)
Feb 13, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.3
Hand Speed (max)
22.7
Hand Speed (avg)
73.7
Bat Speed (max)
71.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Kentucky/Tennessee Border Battle 10-2-21
Oct 2, 2021
Blast - Hitting
24.4
Hand Speed (max)
22.1
Hand Speed (avg)
71.2
Bat Speed (max)
67.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
Class of 2023 KY State Games 9-18-21
Sep 18, 2021
Blast - Hitting
26.9
Hand Speed (max)
23.1
Hand Speed (avg)
75.5
Bat Speed (max)
71.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Kentucky Top Prospect Games Session I (Invite Only) 6-22-2021
Jun 22, 2021
Blast - Hitting
24.0
Hand Speed (max)
22.9
Hand Speed (avg)
72.4
Bat Speed (max)
70.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Top Prospect Games (Invite Only) Session II
Jun 30, 2020
Blast - Hitting
21.3
Hand Speed (max)
19.1
Hand Speed (avg)
68.0
Bat Speed (max)
61.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
Pitching
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.8
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).
1872
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.
24.1
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).
67.3
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).
1599
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).
71.3
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).
1250
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).
80.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.9
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).
1908
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.
24.8
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).
65.7
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).
1819
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).
Preseason All-State Showcase 2-13-22 (Class of 2022-2023)
Feb 13, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
78.7
Velocity (max)
77.1 - 78.5
Velo Range
75.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,909
Spin Rate (max)
1,872
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
69.5
Velocity (max)
66.2 - 68.8
Velo Range
65.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,802
Spin Rate (max)
1,599
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
71.4
Velocity (max)
71.3 - 71.4
Velo Range
69.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,292
Spin Rate (max)
1,250
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Class of 2023 KY State Games 9-18-21
Sep 18, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
78.0
Velocity (max)
75.6 - 77.3
Velo Range
74.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,973
Spin Rate (max)
1,837
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
65.8
Velocity (max)
63.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,714
Spin Rate (max)
1,714
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Kentucky Top Prospect Games Session I (Invite Only) 6-22-2021
Jun 22, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
80.5
Velocity (max)
76.3 - 78.8
Velo Range
77.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,216
Spin Rate (max)
1,995
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
67.0
Velocity (max)
64.8 - 66.6
Velo Range
64.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,923
Spin Rate (max)
1,836
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2022
2021
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
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
2022
2021
2019
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)
78.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.5
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
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)
77.8
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
65.8
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
60.5
Game Performance
2022
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
KHSBCA Junior East/West Showcase 6-15-22
Jun 15, 2022
Swift
1.80
10-yd
4.19
30-yd
7.63
60-yd
17.8
Run speed (max)
1,426
Jump Power (max)
23.3
Jump Height (max)
23.3
Jump Height (avg)
Vizual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Upperclass Preseason All-State Showcase: Top Statistical Performers and Complete Stats - Feb 23, 2022
- 2021 TN/KY Border Battle: Stat Analysis - Oct 7, 2021
- Top Prospect Games (Session I): Complete Stats and Top Statistical Performers - Jun 28, 2021
- Top Prospect Games Session II: Complete Stats and Event Leaderboard - Jul 3, 2020
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Body: 6-foot, 170-pound proportional build.
Hit: (RHH) Above average. Begins in a crouched wide stance with a controlled load, then uses a small leg kick. Above average developing bat speed. Good extension on his finish, loose swing. Gap to gap approach.
Power: 87 mph exit velocity, average 81.33 mph. 70.06 mph bat speed average. 22.92 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (IF) Sure hands, average footwork, packing exchange. Solid. Fielded the ball deep with average movement laterally.
Arm: 77 mph infield velocity. Consistent arm action, high ¾ slot.
Speed: 7.79 (60-yard).
Pitching: Capable. Tall-and-fall delivery, high effort. High ¾ arm angle, above average arm speed, loose arm action. Tall balance point, uphill shoulders, lands hard, a falling off upright finish.
FB: T81. 77-80 mph. (Max spin 2215; Avg 1995). Consistent accuracy, slight running action.
CB: 64-67 mph. Around the zone control, gradual action, 11/5 shape. (Max spin 1923; Avg 1836).
6-foot, 165-pound lean frame. Projectable during batting practice, Young clocked an exit velocity of 83 mph. Begins in a balanced stance with a quick load, then uses a short stride. Had average bat speed, simple swing plane. He barreled up some balls with some loud contact. Gap to gap approach. Projectable in the infield, his best throw was recorded at 72 mph; has a packing exchange, firm hands, and choppy feet. Movements laterally were developing. Used a quick arm action with a ¾ slot while showing consistent accuracy to the base. In the 60-yard dash, his time was 7.99.