@Sam_Blair_2 
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Hand Speed (max)
CLASS OF 2026
SS
RHP
Sam
Blair
St. Joseph's Catholic (HS) • ON
5' 10" • 175LBS
L/R • 17yr 4mo
Travel Team: Tecumseh Thunder
5' 10" • 175LBSL/R • 17yr 4mo
Travel Team: Tecumseh Thunder
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
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Bat Speed (max)
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Rot. Acc (max)
57
Hard Hit %
2/22/25
95.9
Exit Velocity (max)
2/22/25
86.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/22/25
322
Distance (max)
2/22/25
63
Sweet Spot %
7/02/25
7.31
60-yd
7/02/25
4.08
30-yd
7/02/25
1.74
10-yd
2/19/24
19.0
Run speed (max)
7/02/25
81
INF Velo
10/07/25
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OF Velo
66
C Velo
2/12/23
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Pop Time
Fastball
82
Velocity (max)
7/02/25
78 - 81
Velo Range
7/02/25
2030
Spin Rate (avg)
7/02/25
Changeup
71.5 - 74
Velo Range
7/02/25
1366
Spin Rate (avg)
7/02/25
Curveball
66 - 68
Velo Range
7/02/25
1831
Spin Rate (avg)
7/02/25
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Positional Tools
2025
2024
2023
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.31
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
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.
13.1
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.44
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.0
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.
11.0
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
66.0
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
64.0
Hitting
2025
2024
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
95.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
322
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
165
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
13.1498
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).
82.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.3
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
257
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
157
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
23.0871
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).
86.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
313
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
180
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.1169
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.
2025 Toronto Fall Invite
Oct 7, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
93.3
Exit Velocity (max)
85.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
118
Distance (avg)
293
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2025 New York State Games
Jul 2, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
92.7
Exit Velocity (max)
85.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
209
Distance (avg)
305
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2025 Toronto New Year Invite
Feb 22, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
95.9
Exit Velocity (max)
86.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
185
Distance (avg)
322
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2024 Greater Toronto Preseason ID
Feb 19, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
82.2
Exit Velocity (max)
69.3
Exit Velocity (avg)
157
Distance (avg)
257
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 Southwestern Ontario Preseason ID
Feb 12, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
86.1
Exit Velocity (max)
80.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
180
Distance (avg)
313
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
Pitching
2025
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).
79.4
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).
2030
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.
25.6
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).
67.1
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).
1831
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).
72.9
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).
1366
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).
2025 New York State Games
Jul 2, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
82.0
Velocity (max)
77.8 - 81.0
Velo Range
79.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,176
Spin Rate (max)
2,030
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
68.2
Velocity (max)
66.2 - 67.9
Velo Range
66.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,910
Spin Rate (max)
1,831
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
74.0
Velocity (max)
71.5 - 74.0
Velo Range
72.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,448
Spin Rate (max)
1,366
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
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
2025
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)
79.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.0
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.74
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.21
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
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.
2023 Southwestern Ontario Preseason ID
Feb 12, 2023
Swift
2.08
RSI (max)
2.08
RSI (avg)
1,073
Jump Power (max)
22.5
Jump Height (max)
22.5
Jump Height (avg)
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.
4.08
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.31
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
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 New York State Games
Jul 2, 2025
Vald
1.79
10-yd
4.08
30-yd
7.31
60-yd
19.0
Run speed (max)
1.31
RSI (max)
19.0
Jump Height (max)
Vizual Edge
2025
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.
70.61
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Toronto Fall Invite: Quick Hits - Oct 10, 2025
- Toronto Fall Invite: Positional Data Dive - Oct 9, 2025
- Toronto Fall Invite: Statistical Analysis - Oct 9, 2025
- Results from 2023 Southwestern Ontario Preseason ID - Feb 14, 2023
- 2023 Southwestern Ontario Preseason ID Advanced Metrics: TrackMan Analytics - Hitting/Speed Leaderboard - Feb 14, 2023
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Physical
2025
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.
The former New York State Games alum was back in full swing at the Toronto Fall Invite. Blair is a gamer with the tools that show up between the white lines. Showcased well on both sides of the ball, flashing quality actions on the turf and impact ability in the box. Registered a Max EV of 93.3 mph with a peak distance of 293 feet, producing consistent loud contact throughout his rounds. A ‘26 prospect that college coaches should circle back on in need of a reliable middle infielder.
2025 New York State Games
Sam Blair, Tecumseh Thunder, 2026 Uncommitted
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-10, 175-pounds.
Hit: LHH. 63% Sweet Spot%, 38% Line Drive%, 25% Flyball%.
Power: 92.7mph max exit velocity, averaged 85.3mph. 305ft max distance, averaged 209ft. 13% Hard-Hit%.
Arm: RH. INF - 76mph.
ATH: 7.31 runner in the 60. 4.08 30-yard split, 1.79 10 yard split. 19.0 max vertical jump.
Blair is a talented prospect in the ‘26 class that was one of the better performers on the day. It is a 5-foot-11, 165-pound frame that swung it well from the left-side during both of his rounds. Sam produced a maximum exit velocity of 95.9 mph, an average exit velocity of 86.4 mph, a peak distance of 322 feet, and a hard hit % of 57. The middle infielder is equipped with some quality hands/feet on the turf to go along with the bat. He will be a key contributor to the Thunder’s success this summer and could be a prospect that makes an impact at the next level.