@Talon0220_ 
24.8
Hand Speed (max)
6/28/23
CLASS OF 2024
SS
RHP
Talon
Elkins
West Genesee (HS) • NY
6' 3" • 180LBSL/R • 19yr 4mo
Travel Team: Academy Baseball
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
68
Bat Speed (max)
6/28/23
13.1
Rot. Acc (max)
6/28/23
-
Hard Hit %
87.4
Exit Velocity (max)
2/20/23
83.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/20/23
312
Distance (max)
6/28/23
60
Sweet Spot %
2/20/23
8.47
60-yd
3/01/20
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
80
INF Velo
2/20/23
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
88
Velocity (max)
9/22/23
84 - 87
Velo Range
7/07/23
2375
Spin Rate (avg)
6/28/23
Changeup
76 - 78
Velo Range
9/29/23
1223
Spin Rate (avg)
2/20/23
Curveball
70 - 72
Velo Range
9/29/23
2168
Spin Rate (avg)
6/28/23
Slider
77 - 78
Velo Range
7/05/24
2259
Spin Rate (avg)
2/20/23
Positional Tools
2023
2020
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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).
80.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
8.47
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).
4.94
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.0
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.
7.4
Hitting
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
312
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
201
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.5384
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.
2023 NYS Games Session 2
Jun 28, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
86.0
Exit Velocity (max)
82.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
235
Distance (avg)
312
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 NY Preseason ID: Central
Feb 20, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
87.4
Exit Velocity (max)
83.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
168
Distance (avg)
303
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
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.
21.4
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.0
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
63.2
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.
2023 NYS Games Session 2
Jun 28, 2023
Blast - Hitting
24.8
Hand Speed (max)
22.5
Hand Speed (avg)
68.0
Bat Speed (max)
64.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 NY Preseason ID: Central
Feb 20, 2023
Blast - Hitting
21.4
Hand Speed (max)
20.4
Hand Speed (avg)
65.2
Bat Speed (max)
61.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.8
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).
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.
27.7
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).
2168
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).
68.0
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).
1223
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).
71.5
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).
2231
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).
Sinker
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.7
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).
2313
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).
2023 NYS Games Session 2
Jun 28, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
86.7
Velocity (max)
83.1 - 85.7
Velo Range
82.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,449
Spin Rate (max)
2,375
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
68.6
Velocity (max)
65.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,168
Spin Rate (max)
2,168
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
75.8
Velocity (max)
70.5 - 74.5
Velo Range
70.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,260
Spin Rate (max)
2,202
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Sinker
82.4
Velocity (max)
81.1 - 82.3
Velo Range
79.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,347
Spin Rate (max)
2,313
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2023 NY Preseason ID: Central
Feb 20, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
83.8
Velocity (max)
82.0 - 83.2
Velo Range
80.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,229
Spin Rate (max)
2,197
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
72.8
Velocity (max)
68.9 - 72.0
Velo Range
67.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,305
Spin Rate (max)
2,259
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
69.3
Velocity (max)
66.6 - 69.3
Velo Range
66.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,257
Spin Rate (max)
1,223
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
Pitching Velos
2025
2024
2023
2022
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
84.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.5
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)
84.6
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.4
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.2
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
67.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
56.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
61.0
Game Performance
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.70
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.
7.08
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vizual Edge
2023
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.
65.75
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- 2024 NY High School Scout Blog: Edition 1 - Apr 18, 2024
- Tools of the Trade: 2024 Hitters - Sep 20, 2023
- New York Open: 9/17 & 9/18 - Sep 23, 2022
- New York Open 15/17U: Day 3 - Aug 14, 2022
- New York Open 15/17U: Days 1 & 2 - Aug 12, 2022
- New York Summer Championship (16U) Scout Blog: Day 3 & 4 - Jul 10, 2022
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Physical
2023
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.
Physical: 6-2, 175 pounds; Athletic, lean build. 7.08 runner in the 60.
Offensively: LHH. Even setup, with feet just outside his shoulders; bat positioned at a 45 degree angle. Short take back with the hands with an up and down stride for timing. Stays behind the ball while showing a strong lower half. Showed a slight lift to the ball with a two handed finish. More flyballs than line drives and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 86 MPH via Trackman.
Defensively: Starts with an upright /tall setup; walks into ready position while showing active feet. Hands are out in front while funneling to the hip before transfer. Moderate arm circle from a standard 3/4 arm slot. INF - 78 MPH.
Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup while using a side step. Belt high leg drive with shoulders outside the hips. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Moderate arm swing while arm stays in line with 2B; standard 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 87 MPH, while sitting 83-86 MPH; arm side run. CB: 69 MPH; showed depth. SL: 71-76 MPH; 2-tier break. OTHER: Sink:81-82 MPH; .
Physical: 6-foot-2, 170 pounds; Long, wiry build. 7.39 runner in the 60.
Offensively: LHH. Even setup, with feet just outside his shoulders; bat positioned at a 45 degree angle. Short take back with the hands with a slight leg-kick for timing. Slides weight forward pre-contact. while showing an aggressive lower half. Showed a moderate swing path with a two handed finish. More line drives than flyballs and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 87 MPH via Trackman. Showed some pull side pop.
Defensively: Starts with an upright /tall setup; uses prep step while displaying fluid actions to the baseball. Hands are underneath the body while funneling to the hip before transfer. Moderate arm circle from a standard 3/4 arm slot. INF - 80 MPH.
Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup while using a side step. Mid chest leg drive with shoulders outside the hips. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Moderate arm swing while arm stays in line with 2B; standard 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 83 MPH, while sitting 82-83 MPH; arm side run. SL: 69-73 MPH; tilting break. CH: 67-69 MPH; fading action.
Physical: Lean, athletic frame. 8.47 runner in the 60; 4.94 home-to-1B.
Offensively: LHH. Tall, upright stance with an even base, hands start just above shoulders, uses a bat waggle along with a medium leg kick for timing Direct, barrel path with a flat swing to and through the zone, strong, two-handed finish. Sprays the ball to all fields. 63 MPH raw exit velocity.
Defensively: Consistent footwork on approach getting around the ball, fields it in the middle of his body and gets rid of the ball quickly. Medium arm swing with a low 3/4 arm slot. INF - 66 MPH.
Pitching: Good tempo with a leg lift above the waist and coil, stays over the back side with some shoulder tilt and stride in line to a repeatable release and balanced follow through. Moderate, quick arm swing to a clean 3/4 release. FB: T67, 65-67 MPH. Commands in the zone flashing arm side run. CB: 55-57 MPH. Good feel for it, 11-5 shape showing some depth. SL: 61-61 MPH. Tighter, shorter break.