@JoshSamluk5 
22.3
Hand Speed (max)
2/13/22
CLASS OF 2023
2B
3B
Joshua
Samluk
Slippery Rock
McDowell (HS) • PA
5' 11" • 175LBS
R/R • 20yr 5mo
Travel Team: Erie Steelheads 16U Prospects
McDowell (HS) • PA
5' 11" • 175LBS
R/R • 20yr 5mo
Travel Team: Erie Steelheads 16U Prospects
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
74
Bat Speed (max)
2/13/22
11.9
Rot. Acc (max)
6/14/22
-
Hard Hit %
88.6
Exit Velocity (max)
6/14/22
82.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
6/14/22
315
Distance (max)
6/14/22
67
Sweet Spot %
2/13/22
6.99
60-yd
6/14/22
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
86
INF Velo
6/14/22
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
82.1
Velocity (max)
2/13/22
79.2 - 81.6
Velo Range
2/13/22
1787
Spin Rate (avg)
2/13/22
Changeup
73 - 75.4
Velo Range
2/13/22
1540
Spin Rate (avg)
2/13/22
Curveball
63.7 - 69.1
Velo Range
6/14/22
1827
Spin Rate (avg)
2/13/22
Slider
72.1 - 73.6
Velo Range
6/14/22
1470
Spin Rate (avg)
6/14/22
Positional Tools
2022
2021
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.99
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
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.
12.7
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.52
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.0
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.
10.9
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).
88.6
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
315
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
233
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
27.0517
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).
82.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
289
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
152
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
28.3714
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 PA State Games (Session 2)
Jun 14, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
88.6
Exit Velocity (max)
82.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
236
Distance (avg)
315
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2022 Preseason All-State - Northwest
Feb 13, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
87.6
Exit Velocity (max)
79.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
231
Distance (avg)
306
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2021 Preseason All-State - Northwest
Feb 13, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
82.1
Exit Velocity (max)
69.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
152
Distance (avg)
289
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.
22.3
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.9
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.
70.2
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.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
22.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
65.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
64.6
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 PA State Games (Session 2)
Jun 14, 2022
Blast - Hitting
21.8
Hand Speed (max)
19.6
Hand Speed (avg)
72.4
Bat Speed (max)
69.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2022 Preseason All-State - Northwest
Feb 13, 2022
Blast - Hitting
22.3
Hand Speed (max)
20.3
Hand Speed (avg)
74.0
Bat Speed (max)
71.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2021 Preseason All-State - Northwest
Feb 13, 2021
Blast - Hitting
22.1
Hand Speed (max)
21.1
Hand Speed (avg)
65.2
Bat Speed (max)
64.6
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).
82.1
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).
1620
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.
20.6
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).
66.4
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).
1704
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).
73.5
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).
1526
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).
72.3
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).
1470
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).
76.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.4
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).
1688
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.
22.7
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).
55.5
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).
1515
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).
66.8
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).
1512
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).
2022 PA State Games (Session 2)
Jun 14, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
81.1
Velocity (max)
76.0 - 80.3
Velo Range
76.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,742
Spin Rate (max)
1,576
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
69.1
Velocity (max)
63.7 - 69.1
Velo Range
63.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,643
Spin Rate (max)
1,581
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
73.6
Velocity (max)
72.1 - 73.6
Velo Range
68.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,513
Spin Rate (max)
1,470
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
73.8
Velocity (max)
72.4 - 73.7
Velo Range
71.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,576
Spin Rate (max)
1,516
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
2022 Preseason All-State - Northwest
Feb 13, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
82.1
Velocity (max)
79.2 - 81.6
Velo Range
80.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,847
Spin Rate (max)
1,787
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
67.7
Velocity (max)
64.9 - 67.3
Velo Range
65.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,866
Spin Rate (max)
1,827
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
71.1
Velocity (max)
70.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
75.4
Velocity (max)
73.0 - 75.4
Velo Range
73.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,606
Spin Rate (max)
1,540
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
2021 Preseason All-State - Northwest
Feb 13, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
76.8
Velocity (max)
72.7 - 76.0
Velo Range
70.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,760
Spin Rate (max)
1,688
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
57.4
Velocity (max)
54.0 - 56.9
Velo Range
51.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,584
Spin Rate (max)
1,515
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
67.8
Velocity (max)
65.9 - 67.7
Velo Range
63.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,626
Spin Rate (max)
1,512
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
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
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
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.5
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
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
67.0
Game Performance
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.
54.88
Pitch Ai
2022
Arm Speed
The maximum speed, in the direction of home plate, that the wrist is traveling. Measured in meters per second (m/s)
Arm Slot
Angle of the forearm relative to the ground between maximum external rotation (MER) and ball release (BR). Which can be a powerful player comparison metric, delivered in degrees.
Knee Extension Velo
The angular velocity of the front knee straightening after foot plant, which provides indicators of velocity potential. Measured in degrees per second.
Deception
The amount of time that the ball is visible to the hitter, after the instant of front foot strike. Measures in milliseconds.
Hip-Shoulder Separation
The difference in angle of between the hips and shoulders, occurring close to the foot plant. Measured in degrees.
2022 PA State Games (Session 2)
Jun 14, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
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Physical: Strong, projectable 5-foot-11, 175lb frame. 6.99 runner in the 60-yard dash.
Offensively: RHH. Balanced, even stance, as the hands operated with loose rhythm above the shoulder. Utilized a leg-lift stride to initiate the swing through a slightly uphill path into the hitting zone towards a controlled two-handed finish. Produced timed up, hard contact at the front of the plate, delivering a gap-to-gap approach at T89 mph bat-exit velocity. Delivered a 33% line-drive rate with some backspin to LCF.
Defensively: The middle infielder beat the ball to the spot with a soft glove hand, bending in the waist at the touch. Shuffled directionally towards the target and reached back for a carrying 86 mph arm-strength across the dirt (¾ slot). Made all the plays.
Pitching: RHP. Begins off the middle of the rubber; compact delivery with average pace down the slope, blocking off with a firm lead-leg. The FB ranged 76-80, T81 mph, flashing heavy arm-side run in on righties. Mixed a developing upper-60’s CB and commanded 71-73 mph SL. A fading 72-73 mph CH rounds out the arsenal.
Physical: Athletic 5-foot-11, 175lb frame with feel for the game. 7.15 runner in the 60-yard dash.
Offensively: RHH - Upright, open stance with the hands slotted between the shoulder and the ear to start. Utilized a toe-tap stride, hanging onto the backside on the forward move to initiate the swing through a high-intent, uphill path. Natural bat-speed available that accelerated on the ball towards extension, working up to an 88 mph bat-exit velocity. Handles the bat too with a 67% sweet spot rate during his round.
Defensively: The primary shortstop chopped the feet in anticipation, bending in the hips and letting the ball travel on the touch. Fielded cleanly out in front and recorded an 82 mph arm-strength across the diamond after a methodical shuffle.
Physical: 5-foot-9, 155LBS. 7.52SEC 60-Yard Dash.
Offensively: RHH. Narrow, upright set up. Sinks into the rear leg as he preps for attack on the baseball. During the load the hands remain in the same location, as the barrel tilts in preparation of the downswing. Utilizes a leg kick as a timing mechanism as he gains ground towards the pitcher. Hits into a firm front side.
Defensively: At SS keeps active feet and uses a hop as a prep step. Quick first step. Funnels the ground ball at him to belt line, works through the backhand. Throws from a 3/4 arm slot.
Pitching: RHP. Begins in the center of the rubber and squared to home plate. Uses a rocker step and a leg lift to waist height to prepare for the move down the mound. Hands start at chest height and stay there until glove break. Moves in a straight line towards his target and releases from a 3/4 arm slot.