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MD Top Prospect Games Blast Motion Data: Max Hand Speed


Jamie Naill Jr
Maryland Scouting Director

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PBR Maryland hosted its annual Maryland Top Prospect Games at Joe Cannon Stadium on July 11th. Close to 50 players from across MD, DE and VA participated in a pro-style workout in front of our PBR Maryland and Mid-Atlantic staff. 

One of the important tools Prep Baseball Report has implemented at its events is the use of Blast Motion sensors. During batting practice, the Blast Motion sensors measure Swing and Impact Metrics across several categories. Swing metrics measure pre-impact mechanics centered around plane, connection, and rotation while impact metrics measure pre-impact performance outcomes based on ball contact.

With the Blast Motion sensor, we were able to collect data from every swing taken by each prospect registered to receive data as part of their package at the event. Below is the full release of the Blast Motion metrics collected including: Bat Speed, On Plane Efficiency, Peak Hand Speed, and Rotational Acceleration. 

The Blast Motion metrics are also uploaded into their profiles following the completion of the event providing insight into areas that could be improved upon as well as helping paint a clear picture of the player to the college and professional scouts doing their research on prospects they may be interested in.

 

CLICK HERE FOR SORTABLE PLAYER BLAST MOTION DATA

 

BLAST MOTION DATA

 

MAX HAND SPEED

Rank Name State School Class Pos Hand Speed (max)
1 Jett Bristow VA Collegiate 2025 OF 25.5 mph
2 Kaleb Kennedy MD Elkton 2026 3B 24.0 mph
3 Logan Keepers MD governor thomas johnson high school 2025 RHP 23.9 mph
4 Willie DeSantis MD Hereford 2025 OF 23.8 mph
5 Nicolas Piermarini VA Gonzaga College 2024 OF 22.9 mph
6 Ryan Zickefoose MD Sparrows Point 2024 1B 22.6 mph
7 Drew Rybinski MD Mount St. Joseph 2025 C 22.4 mph
8 Seojun Kim MD GVCS/BCA 2025 C 22.1 mph
9 Thomas Pilarski MD Calvert Hall 2025 SS 21.6 mph
^ Matt Strahan MD Magruder 2026 2B 21.6 mph
10 Junyoing Kim MD Broadfording Christian Academy 2025 RHP 21.5 mph