21.8
Hand Speed (max)
6/27/22
CLASS OF 2023
3B
RHP
Brian
Saldana
Kennedy Catholic (HS) • NY
6' 1" • 205LBS
S/R • 20yr 11mo
6' 1" • 205LBS
S/R • 20yr 11mo
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Best Of Stats
76.8
Bat Speed (max)
10/10/22
8.4
Rot. Acc (max)
8/26/21
-
Hard Hit %
88.2
Exit Velocity (max)
10/10/22
84.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
3/06/22
338
Distance (max)
10/10/22
80
Sweet Spot %
2/24/22
8.06
60-yd
8/26/21
4.43
30-yd
6/27/22
1.84
10-yd
6/27/22
16.1
Run speed (max)
6/27/22
81
INF Velo
2/24/22
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
84
Velocity (max)
8/12/22
78 - 84
Velo Range
8/12/22
2167
Spin Rate (avg)
6/08/22
Changeup
74 - 76
Velo Range
8/12/22
1702
Spin Rate (avg)
10/10/22
Curveball
70.2 - 72.6
Velo Range
2/24/22
2223
Spin Rate (avg)
2/24/22
Slider
74 - 76
Velo Range
8/12/22
2183
Spin Rate (avg)
2/24/22
Positional Tools
2022
2021
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Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.06
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
56.0
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.
10.7
Hitting
2022
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
338
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
218
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
28.5084
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).
86.3
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).
300
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.
20.3865
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.
2022 CHSAA-NYC Scout Day
Oct 10, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
88.2
Exit Velocity (max)
79.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
258
Distance (avg)
338
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 NYS Games (Session 1)
Jun 27, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
85.3
Exit Velocity (max)
75.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
198
Distance (avg)
311
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 Northeast Pride Scout Day (Summer)
Jun 8, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
83.8
Exit Velocity (max)
72.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
175
Distance (avg)
302
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 Northeast Pride Scout Day (Preseason)
Mar 6, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
88.0
Exit Velocity (max)
84.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
204
Distance (avg)
302
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 Preseason All-State - Downstate (AM Session)
Feb 24, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
85.8
Exit Velocity (max)
79.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
224
Distance (avg)
303
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Summer Open: Downstate
Aug 26, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
86.3
Exit Velocity (max)
77.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
189
Distance (avg)
300
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.
21.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
76.8
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
67.1
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.
21.7
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
74.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
67.8
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.
2022 CHSAA-NYC Scout Day
Oct 10, 2022
Blast - Hitting
20.3
Hand Speed (max)
18.4
Hand Speed (avg)
76.8
Bat Speed (max)
66.5
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 NYS Games (Session 1)
Jun 27, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.8
Hand Speed (max)
20.3
Hand Speed (avg)
73.7
Bat Speed (max)
67.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 Northeast Pride Scout Day (Summer)
Jun 8, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.0
Hand Speed (max)
20.3
Hand Speed (avg)
66.0
Bat Speed (max)
63.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 Northeast Pride Scout Day (Preseason)
Mar 6, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.8
Hand Speed (max)
20.3
Hand Speed (avg)
73.4
Bat Speed (max)
70.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 Preseason All-State - Downstate (AM Session)
Feb 24, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.0
Hand Speed (max)
19.7
Hand Speed (avg)
70.7
Bat Speed (max)
67.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 Summer Open: Downstate
Aug 26, 2021
Blast - Hitting
21.7
Hand Speed (max)
20.2
Hand Speed (avg)
74.0
Bat Speed (max)
67.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.6
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).
2041
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.
26.3
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).
69.8
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).
1958
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).
71.2
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).
1584
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).
68.7
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).
2075
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).
Knuckleball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
57.1
Knuckleball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Sinker
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
Sinker
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).
2053
Sinker
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).
71.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
68.8
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).
1929
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.
28.0
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.4
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).
1998
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).
2022 CHSAA-NYC Scout Day
Oct 10, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
74.4
Velocity (max)
72.5 - 74.4
Velo Range
71.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,029
Spin Rate (max)
1,974
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
66.7
Velocity (max)
64.3 - 66.6
Velo Range
62.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,046
Spin Rate (max)
1,991
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
67.3
Velocity (max)
65.5 - 67.3
Velo Range
65.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,740
Spin Rate (max)
1,702
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2022 NYS Games (Session 1)
Jun 27, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
80.7
Velocity (max)
77.7 - 79.8
Velo Range
76.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,125
Spin Rate (max)
2,024
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
72.2
Velocity (max)
69.1 - 71.5
Velo Range
67.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,062
Spin Rate (max)
1,943
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
72.1
Velocity (max)
72.0 - 72.1
Velo Range
69.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
73.8
Velocity (max)
71.7 - 73.8
Velo Range
70.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,575
Spin Rate (max)
1,571
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2022 Northeast Pride Scout Day (Summer)
Jun 8, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
80.1
Velocity (max)
78.9 - 79.8
Velo Range
76.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,249
Spin Rate (max)
2,167
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
70.1
Velocity (max)
69.8 - 70.1
Velo Range
66.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,198
Spin Rate (max)
2,163
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
71.3
Velocity (max)
70.7 - 71.3
Velo Range
67.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,114
Spin Rate (max)
2,114
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
74.9
Velocity (max)
73.1 - 74.9
Velo Range
70.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,708
Spin Rate (max)
1,514
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2022 Northeast Pride Scout Day (Preseason)
Mar 6, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
78.8
Velocity (max)
74.7 - 78.2
Velo Range
76.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,085
Spin Rate (max)
2,000
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
69.7
Velocity (max)
67.6 - 69.3
Velo Range
67.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,167
Spin Rate (max)
1,818
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Knuckleball
60.9
Velocity (max)
58.3 - 60.7
Velo Range
58.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
2022 Preseason All-State - Downstate (AM Session)
Feb 24, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
80.3
Velocity (max)
80.2 - 80.3
Velo Range
77.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,940
Spin Rate (max)
1,937
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Curveball
72.6
Velocity (max)
70.2 - 72.6
Velo Range
68.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,325
Spin Rate (max)
2,223
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
68.2
Velocity (max)
68.0 - 68.2
Velo Range
65.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,185
Spin Rate (max)
2,183
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
70.1
Velocity (max)
69.6 - 70.1
Velo Range
68.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,648
Spin Rate (max)
1,559
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Knuckleball
56.4
Velocity (max)
54.8 - 56.1
Velo Range
53.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Trackman - Sinker
78.7
Velocity (max)
77.5 - 78.6
Velo Range
76.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,073
Spin Rate (max)
2,053
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2021 Summer Open: Downstate
Aug 26, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
71.4
Velocity (max)
67.1 - 70.5
Velo Range
66.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,024
Spin Rate (max)
1,929
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
68.2
Velocity (max)
64.7 - 68.1
Velo Range
63.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,052
Spin Rate (max)
1,998
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
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
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
2022
2021
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)
81.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.5
Game Performance
2022
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.84
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.43
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
8.13
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
2022 NYS Games (Session 1)
Jun 27, 2022
Swift
1.84
10-yd
4.43
30-yd
8.24
60-yd
16.1
Run speed (max)
7.3
Run Speed (avg)
0.88
RSI (max)
0.88
RSI (avg)
1,738
Jump Power (max)
24.3
Jump Height (max)
23.3
Jump Height (avg)
Vizual Edge
2022
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.
76.53
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Physical: 6-foot-1, 205 pounds; Broad shouldered, sturdy build. 8.25 runner in the 60.
Offensively: Switch hitter. Open setup, with feet shoulder width apart; flat bat to start. Loads straight back with an exaggerated leg kick for timing. Drifts into contact while showing an aggressive lower half. Showed a slight lift to the ball with a finish around the back. More flyballs than line drives and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of R/L 85 MPH via Trackman.
Defensively: Starts with a balanced setup; walks into ready position while showing active feet. Hands are underneath the body while funneling to the hip before transfer. Long arm swing from a standard 3/4 arm slot. INF - 78 MPH.
Pitching: Uses a glove side setup while using a side step. Mid chest leg drive with shoulders outside the hips. Has a moderate stride while landing slightly open. Long arm swing while showing no restrictions; standard 3/4 slot. Upright with finish. FB: Peak velo of 81 MPH, while sitting 77-79 MPH.. CB: 69-71 MPH. SL: 72 MPH. CH: 72-74 MPH.
Physical: 6-foot-1, 205 pounds; Sturdy, athletic build.
Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet just outside his shoulders; flat bat to start. Drops hands on the way back with a toe-tap for timing. Slides weight forward pre-contact. while showing an aggressive lower half. Showed a short swing path with a late one hand finish. More fly balls than line drives and ground balls with a peak exit velocity of 86 MPH via Trackman.
Defensively: Starts with a balanced setup; walks into ready position while showing active feet. Hands are out in front with a seamless transfer. Moderate arm circle from a standard 3/4 arm slot. INF - 81 MPH.
Pitching: Uses a glove side setup while using a side step. Mid chest leg drive with a slight lean over the belt. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Moderate arm swing while showing no restrictions; standard 3/4 slot. Square to the plate with finish. FB: Peak velo of 80 MPH, while sitting 80 MPH; heavy . CB: 70-73 MPH; 11-5 shape. SL: 68 MPH; lateral action. CH: 69-70 MPH; fading action. OTHER: KN 54-55 MPH; KN: floats with minimal rotation. Sink: arm side run with sink.
Physical: 6-foot-1, 205 pounds; Sturdy, muscular build. 8.06 runner in the 60.
Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet shoulder width apart; flat bat to start. Drops hands on the way back with a moderate leg kick for timing. Stays behind the ball while showing a strong lower half. Showed a slight lift to the ball with a one-handed finish. More flyballs than line drives and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 86 MPH via Trackman.
Defensively: Starts with a low to the ground setup; uses prep step while plays low to the ground. Hands are soft with a clean transfer. Short take back from a high 3/4 arm slot. INF - 56 MPH.
Pitching: Saldana uses a glove side setup while using a side step. Belt high leg drive with a slight coil away from the plate. Has a moderate stride while landing slightly closed. Long arm swing without restrictions, while working through a high 3/4 slot. Square to the plate with finish. FB: Peak velo of 71 MPH, while sitting 67-70 MPH; commands both sides. SL: 66-69 MPH; slurve like.