@Carsonhardin28 87
Velocity (max)
9/06/25
CLASS OF 2027
RHP
OF
Carson
Hardin
Seckman (HS) • MO
6' 2" • 186LBS
R/R • 17yr 2mo
Travel Team: ST LOUIS NATURALS
6' 2" • 186LBS
R/R • 17yr 2mo
Travel Team: ST LOUIS NATURALS
Rankings
2027 National
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2027 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
83.6 - 85.2
Velo Range
9/06/25
2085
Spin Rate (avg)
9/06/25
Changeup
79 - 79
Velo Range
9/06/25
1926
Spin Rate (avg)
9/07/24
Curveball
74 - 75
Velo Range
9/06/25
1944
Spin Rate (avg)
9/06/25
Slider
76.4 - 78.3
Velo Range
9/06/25
2047
Spin Rate (avg)
9/06/25
87.7
Exit Velocity (max)
9/07/24
75.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/07/25
333
Distance (max)
9/07/24
44
Sweet Spot %
9/07/24
24.8
Hand Speed (max)
9/07/24
73
Bat Speed (max)
9/07/24
32.4
Rot. Acc (max)
9/07/24
-
Hard Hit %
7.72
60-yd
9/07/24
4.13
30-yd
2/07/25
1.79
10-yd
2/07/25
-
Run speed (max)
-
INF Velo
86
OF Velo
2/07/25
-
C Velo
-
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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)
7.72
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).
4.36
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield 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.
11.4
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).
87.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
294
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
179
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
39.202
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).
87.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
333
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
129
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.3386
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.
Naturals Scout Day
Feb 7, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
87.0
Exit Velocity (max)
75.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
179
Distance (avg)
294
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
MO Fall Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 7, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
87.7
Exit Velocity (max)
73.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
166
Distance (avg)
333
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Naturals Scout Day
Feb 2, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
79.4
Exit Velocity (max)
63.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
83
Distance (avg)
232
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2024
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
24.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
23.7
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.9
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.
MO Fall Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 7, 2024
Blast - Hitting
24.8
Hand Speed (max)
23.7
Hand Speed (avg)
73.0
Bat Speed (max)
69.9
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).
86.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.3
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).
2034
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.
24.4
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).
74.2
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).
1944
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).
73.3
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).
1527
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).
74.1
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).
1909
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).
81.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.6
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).
1980
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.
25.1
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).
66.5
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).
1616
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).
68.9
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).
1616
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).
70.8
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).
1880
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 Fall Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 6, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
86.6
Velocity (max)
83.6 - 85.2
Velo Range
83.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,157
Spin Rate (max)
2,085
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
74.6
Velocity (max)
73.7 - 74.6
Velo Range
73.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,964
Spin Rate (max)
1,944
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
78.9
Velocity (max)
76.4 - 78.3
Velo Range
76.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,177
Spin Rate (max)
2,047
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
78.7
Velocity (max)
77.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,635
Spin Rate (max)
1,635
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
St. Louis Preseason ID
Feb 17, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
79.3
Velocity (max)
78.1 - 79.3
Velo Range
77.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,909
Spin Rate (max)
1,820
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
71.1
Velocity (max)
68.2 - 70.8
Velo Range
68.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,827
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
73.1
Velocity (max)
70.5 - 73.1
Velo Range
71.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,556
Spin Rate (max)
1,501
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
MO Fall Games (Invite-Only)
Sep 7, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
81.5
Velocity (max)
77.7 - 81.5
Velo Range
79.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,163
Spin Rate (max)
2,048
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
74.8
Velocity (max)
69.0 - 72.6
Velo Range
69.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,963
Spin Rate (max)
1,880
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
72.7
Velocity (max)
71.8 - 72.7
Velo Range
71.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,038
Spin Rate (max)
1,926
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Naturals Scout Day
Feb 2, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
76.8
Velocity (max)
75.2 - 76.6
Velo Range
74.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,913
Spin Rate (max)
1,843
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
67.5
Velocity (max)
65.6 - 67.4
Velo Range
65.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,736
Spin Rate (max)
1,616
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
67.7
Velocity (max)
66.2 - 67.5
Velo Range
65.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,472
Spin Rate (max)
1,431
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
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
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
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
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.
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Pitching Velos
2025
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.2
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)
79.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.0
Game Performance
2024
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.
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.79
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.13
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.
69.33
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.
77.24
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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: RHP/OF
Body: 6-1, 183-pounds. Tall athletic build.
Delivery: Tall and fall delivery with a deliberate tempo. Uses a high leg lift before striding open into a balanced landing with some recoil.
Arm Action: RH. Long strong arm action from a high 3/4 slot..
FB: T87, 84-85 mph. Some strikes, moderate spin, keeps its plane. T2157, 2085 average rpm.
CB: 74-75 mph. Some strikes, rolling 12/6 shape. T1964, 1944 average rpm.
SL: 76-78 mph. Some strikes, moderate spin, rolling slurve shape. T2177, 2047 average rpm.
CH: 79-79 mph. Good control, kills spin, some arm side fade. T1635, 1635 average rpm.
Carson Hardin, Seckman (MO), 2027
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-1, 159-pounds. Long lean build with room for added strength.
Delivery: Drop and drive delivery with a deliberate tempo. Uses a moderate leg lift before striding straight down the mound into a balanced landing.
Arm Action: RH. Long strong arm action from a 3/4 slot
FB: T79, 78-79 mph. Few strikes, keeps its plane. T1909, 1820 average rpm.
SL: 68-71 mph. Some strikes, rolling right to left break. T1827, 1717 average rpm.
CH: 71-73 mph. Kills spin, developing accuracy, arm side fade. T1556, 1501 average rpm.
Carson Hardin, Seckman (MO), 2027
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-1, 159-pounds. Long lean frame with room for added strength.
Delivery: Drop and drive delivery with a deliberate tempo. Uses a moderate leg lift before striding straight down the mound into a balanced landing.
Arm Action: RH. Short strong arm action from a high 3/4 slot.
FB: T81, 78-81 mph. Mostly strikes, moderate spin, keeps its plane. T2163, 2048 average rpm.
CB: Threw two curveballs in his bullpen video and no sliders. Curveball was a sharp 12/6 shape and both that I saw were around the plate. Possibly labeled as sliders instead?
SL: 69-73 mph. T1963, 1880 average rpm.
CH: 72-73 mph. Mostly strikes, keeps its plane. T2038, 1926 average rpm.
ATH: 7.72 runner in the 60. 21.00 max vertical.
Carson Hardin, Seckman (MO), 2027
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-1, 159-pounds. Long lean frame with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Tall setup, narrow base, front foot slightly open. Rhythmic movement in hands, short leg lift trigger gaining ground forward. Short flat path through the zone, some barrels. 69.9 mph bat speed with 25 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 88 max exit velocity, averaged 73.8 mph. 333' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-78 mph. Moderate stroke from a high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Aggressive actions defensively.
ATH: 7.72 runner in the 60. 21.00 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 77.24 Edge Score