@BigBen_2023 
93
Velocity (max)
2/27/22
CLASS OF 2023
RHP
3B
Ben
Smith
Missouri
Springfield Catholic (HS) • MO
6' 2" • 195LBS
R/R • 21yr
Travel Team: Adidas Academy 17U National
Springfield Catholic (HS) • MO
6' 2" • 195LBS
R/R • 21yr
Travel Team: Adidas Academy 17U National
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
Rankings available to Premium Subscriber
Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
91 - 93
Velo Range
2/27/22
2318
Spin Rate (avg)
2/05/22
Changeup
84 - 85.2
Velo Range
2/05/22
1706
Spin Rate (avg)
2/05/22
Curveball
71.5 - 71.9
Velo Range
2/05/22
2233
Spin Rate (avg)
2/05/22
Slider
76 - 81
Velo Range
2/27/22
2290
Spin Rate (avg)
2/05/22
Positional Tools
Hitting
Hitting
Pitching
2022
2021
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Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.1
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).
2318
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.
25.2
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).
71.7
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).
2233
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).
84.6
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).
1706
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).
72.7
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).
2290
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).
88.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.6
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).
2184
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.
25.2
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).
69.6
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).
2125
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).
1474
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).
76.5
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).
2114
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).
MO Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 5, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
92.6
Velocity (max)
91.6 - 92.5
Velo Range
90.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,429
Spin Rate (max)
2,318
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
71.9
Velocity (max)
71.5 - 71.9
Velo Range
70.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,312
Spin Rate (max)
2,233
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
74.1
Velocity (max)
71.6 - 74.0
Velo Range
71.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,338
Spin Rate (max)
2,290
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
85.4
Velocity (max)
84.0 - 85.2
Velo Range
84.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,794
Spin Rate (max)
1,706
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
St. Louis Open
Oct 24, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
88.2
Velocity (max)
85.8 - 87.5
Velo Range
86.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,302
Spin Rate (max)
2,184
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
70.7
Velocity (max)
68.5 - 70.7
Velo Range
68.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,227
Spin Rate (max)
2,125
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
77.7
Velocity (max)
75.0 - 77.7
Velo Range
75.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,210
Spin Rate (max)
2,114
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
78.9
Velocity (max)
77.3 - 78.7
Velo Range
78.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,505
Spin Rate (max)
1,474
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2022
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
MO Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 5, 2022
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2023
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
90.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
92.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
83.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.5
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)
87.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.0
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
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.0
Game Performance
Vizual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Missouri Scout Blog: Week 6 & 7 Games - May 5, 2023
- Preseason High School Preview: Springfield Catholic - Mar 10, 2023
- A's Scout Day: Quick Hits - Mar 4, 2023
- PBR Missouri Best of 2022: Max Fastball Velocities - Dec 12, 2022
- Missouri 2023 Rankings Fall Update: Risers & Newcomers - Nov 2, 2022
- Missouri Preseason All-State: Stat Story - Feb 9, 2022
- Missouri 2023 Pitchers - Nov 12, 2019
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Smith appears to keep trending upward on our board, rising a few spots this most recent update after positive reports from the fall. He’s a physically built 6-foot-2, 195-pound prospect with low-90s stuff, touching 94 mph, while spinning two quality breaking balls and an effective mid-80s changeup.
Smith climbs a handful of spots in this update after a productive fall circuit, and his power stuff continues to prove evident from what we’ve heard. He’s pitching in the low-90s with regularity from a 6-foot-2, 195-pound frame, spinning two breaking balls at an advanced rate as well. Committed to Mizzou, Smith continues to cement himself as a top-end right-handed arm in Missouri’s senior class.
Smith doesn’t lack starter’s size or strength, standing at 6-foot-2, 195-pounds with clear strength attached throughout. He was a major winner from the Missouri Preseason All-State this winter, pumping his fastball at 92-93 mph and spinning both a curveball and slider at 2,300+ RPM, while killing spin and lift on a firm 84-85 mph changeup.
Ben Smith, Springfield Catholic (MO), 2023 Missouri Commit
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-2, 195-pounds. Physical and projectable build with present strength.
Delivery: Quick and simple footwork around the rubber working to an easy pivot foot. Quick pace and tempo to the delivery. Works to a high balance point with a strong weight stack onto the back leg. Clean hand break from the glove at the top of the delivery. Works from the middle of the rubber and strides directionally down the center of the mound with good momentum and direction headed towards the target. Max effort delivery with heavy head movement at release. Repeats mechanics and rhythm well pitch to pitch.
Arm Action: RH. High 3/4 arm slot with a loose and clean arm action.
FB: T92.6, 91.6-92.5 mph. Very heavy arm side running action with driving shape through the zone. T2428, 2318 average rpm.
CB: 71.5-71.9 mph. Tight 11/5 shape with very good downward depth at times and strong spin. T2312, 2232 average rpm.
SL: 71.6-74.0 mph. Tighter shape than curveball with more horizontal break and feel for spin. T2337, 2290 average rpm.
CH: 84.0-85.2 mph. Kills spin efficiently with some downward depth and fastball hand speed. T1793, 1706 average rpm.