@RussoKaden 
87
Velocity (max)
6/29/23
CLASS OF 2024
RHP
OF
Kaden
Russo
Concordia (MN)
Elk Mound (HS) • WI
6' 3" • 210LBS
R/R • 19yr 11mo
Travel Team: Eau Claire A's 17u Blue
Elk Mound (HS) • WI
6' 3" • 210LBS
R/R • 19yr 11mo
Travel Team: Eau Claire A's 17u Blue
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
83 - 86
Velo Range
6/29/23
2246
Spin Rate (avg)
7/11/23
Changeup
74.3 - 74.3
Velo Range
7/11/23
1732
Spin Rate (avg)
7/11/23
Curveball
71.8 - 75.4
Velo Range
7/11/23
2322
Spin Rate (avg)
7/11/23
Slider
71.9 - 74.1
Velo Range
7/11/23
2095
Spin Rate (avg)
7/11/23
7.37
60-yd
7/11/23
4.04
30-yd
7/11/23
1.74
10-yd
7/11/23
18.4
Run speed (max)
7/11/23
Positional Tools
Hitting
Hitting
Pitching
2023
2022
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Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.1
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).
2246
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.
26.8
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).
73.6
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).
2322
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).
74.3
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).
1732
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).
73.0
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).
2095
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).
81.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.6
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).
2147
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).
71.5
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).
2188
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).
72.6
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).
1524
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).
Top Prospect Games: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Jul 11, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
85.1
Velocity (max)
82.8 - 84.9
Velo Range
82.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,381
Spin Rate (max)
2,246
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
76.2
Velocity (max)
71.8 - 75.4
Velo Range
71.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,513
Spin Rate (max)
2,322
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
74.1
Velocity (max)
71.9 - 74.1
Velo Range
70.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,144
Spin Rate (max)
2,095
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
74.3
Velocity (max)
74.3 - 74.3
Velo Range
72.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,089
Spin Rate (max)
1,732
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Madison Preseason ID
Mar 13, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
81.9
Velocity (max)
81.4 - 81.8
Velo Range
81.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,230
Spin Rate (max)
2,147
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
72.0
Velocity (max)
70.9 - 72.0
Velo Range
69.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,259
Spin Rate (max)
2,188
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
73.6
Velocity (max)
72.1 - 73.2
Velo Range
72.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,609
Spin Rate (max)
1,524
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2023
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.
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
2023
2022
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
84.0
Curveball
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
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.0
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)
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)
71.5
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
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
Game Performance
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.
4.04
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.37
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vizual Edge
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.
Madison Preseason ID
Mar 13, 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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Currently ranked No. 87 in the state. Strong-bodied, 6-foot-3, 210-pound frame. Russo worked his fastball up to 86 mph and cruised primarily in the 83-85 mph range. To pair off the fastball, he went to a 73-74 mph breaking ball that flashed sharp and slurvy action.
RHP Kaden Russo (Elk Mound, 2024) was dominant on the mound and showed why he remains a name-to-follow in Wisconsin’s 2024 class. The 6-foot-3, 210 pound, right-handed arm was present at The Rock on Tuesday and made a loud statement on the mound during live gameplay. Profiling as a larger frame with strength throughout, Russo was comfortable and fluid on the mound as he struck out four batters across two innings of work. Featuring a stretch-only delivery, Russo worked within his legs featuring a drop and drive delivery that harnessed the strength his lower half has to offer. With a repeatable motion that stays online toward home, Russo fires from a three-quarter arm slot. The incoming senior ran his fastball up to 85 mph, and showcased a four-pitch mix that included a changeup, a curveball, and a slider.
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-3, 210-pounds. Thick, long levers, strength throughout.
Delivery: Stretch only, drop and drive lower half. repeats, finishes online to home.
Arm Action: RH. 3/4 slot, short online arc, repeats.
FB: T85, 83-85 mph. Area strikes, with tail. T2381, 2246 average rpm.
CB: 72-75 mph. 11/5 shape with gradual break. T2513, 2322 average rpm.
SL: 72-74 mph. 10/4 sharp breaker swing and miss out pitch. T2144, 2095 average rpm.
CH: 74-74 mph. Deceptive out of the hand with depth. T2089, 1732 average rpm.
Russo impressed in front of our staff during his quarter final start on Sunday morning. The now 6-foot-3, 210-pound right-handed pitcher has added noticeable strength since we had last seen him in March of 2022. Athletic mover on the mound that maintains arm speed with all pitches. Russo displayed an uptick in velocity since the last time we had seen him. Fastball worked 83-86 mph throughout the game, topping at 87 mph and earning swings and misses up in the zone. Playing off his fastball, Russo went to a mid-70s curveball that displayed late, two-plane break that made it hard for hitters to pick up. A high-end uncommitted ‘24 arm in the state to keep on your radar. Ranked No. 87 in Wisconsin’s 2024 class.
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-3, 190-pounds. Long, lean, thin waist, loose mover.
Delivery: Slow tempo, coil and drop delivery.
Arm Action: RH. Moderate arm length, deep pocket stab, 3/4 slot.
FB: T81.9, 81.4-81.8 mph. Natural carry through the zone. T2230, 2146 average rpm.
CB: 70.9-72.0 mph. Tightly spun. Thrown for strikes. T2258, 2188 average rpm.
CH: 72.1-73.2 mph. Flashed feel. Slight downer action. T1609, 1524 average rpm.
Built at a solid 6-foot-3, 190 pounds with room to fill out, Russo caught our staff’s attention during our time in Madison. On the bump Russo starts from a methodical windup then turns into his back hip to drive down the mound. His fastball got up to 81.9 mph with some natural carry through the zone, and it projects especially well. As for his offspeed, he features a tightly spun breaking ball with feel to spot up. On his changeup, he flashed feel for it while producing some slight downer action. With his large frame and athleticism he shows on the mound, Russo will be a name to follow if he keeps trending in the right direction.
Russo is an athletic 6-foot-3, and he generates above-average velocity with it, measured at 80-83 mph, with slight, natural arm-side run. Though his offspeed was inconsistent, both the curve and change flashed potential as Russo earned more reps and continued to develop.