89.4
Velocity (max)
8/23/20
CLASS OF 2022
RHP
SS
Joseph
Swanson
Missouri-St. Louis
Pekin (HS) • IL
6' 3" • 190LBS
R/R • 20yr 4mo
Travel Team: Central Illinois Outlaws
Pekin (HS) • IL
6' 3" • 190LBS
R/R • 20yr 4mo
Travel Team: Central Illinois Outlaws
Rankings
2022 National
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2022 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
87 - 89
Velo Range
9/23/21
2316
Spin Rate (avg)
8/23/20
Changeup
75 - 79
Velo Range
8/23/20
1484
Spin Rate (avg)
8/23/20
Curveball
68 - 71
Velo Range
6/15/21
2272
Spin Rate (avg)
6/15/21
Slider
76 - 80
Velo Range
8/23/20
2445
Spin Rate (avg)
9/28/21
Positional Tools
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Pitching
2021
2020
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Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.1
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).
2285
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.
26.9
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).
69.5
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).
2272
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).
73.9
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).
1344
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).
74.6
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).
2348
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).
89.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.3
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).
2316
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.
26.2
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).
66.9
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).
2152
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).
77.0
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).
1484
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).
77.6
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).
2272
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).
2021 Battle For The Arch (Invite-Only)
Sep 28, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
86.8
Velocity (max)
81.5 - 85.3
Velo Range
82.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,415
Spin Rate (max)
2,289
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
76.2
Velocity (max)
72.8 - 75.5
Velo Range
71.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,511
Spin Rate (max)
2,445
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Top Prospect - St. Louis (Invite Only)
Jun 15, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
88.8
Velocity (max)
85.4 - 88.2
Velo Range
84.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,435
Spin Rate (max)
2,287
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
70.5
Velocity (max)
68.4 - 70.5
Velo Range
66.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,355
Spin Rate (max)
2,272
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
77.7
Velocity (max)
73.5 - 77.0
Velo Range
72.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,239
Spin Rate (max)
2,187
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
75.2
Velocity (max)
72.6 - 75.1
Velo Range
71.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,459
Spin Rate (max)
1,344
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Chicagoland Open
Aug 23, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
89.4
Velocity (max)
87.6 - 88.9
Velo Range
86.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,435
Spin Rate (max)
2,316
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Curveball
68.1
Velocity (max)
65.5 - 68.1
Velo Range
65.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,243
Spin Rate (max)
2,152
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Slider
79.8
Velocity (max)
75.8 - 79.5
Velo Range
76.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,319
Spin Rate (max)
2,272
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
79.3
Velocity (max)
75.4 - 78.8
Velo Range
76.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,593
Spin Rate (max)
1,484
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2020
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
Chicagoland Open
Aug 23, 2020
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2021
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
86.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
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)
75.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
89.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
88.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.5
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)
78.0
Game Performance
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Battle For The Arch: Event Analysis - Jan 26, 2022
- Top Prospect - St. Louis: Pitcher Analysis - Nov 4, 2021
- Top Prospect - St. Louis: Statistical Analysis - Jun 28, 2021
- Top Prospect - St. Louis: Quick Hits - Jun 21, 2021
- Top Prospect - St. Louis: Preview - Jun 11, 2021
- Chicagoland Open: Top Overall Prospects - Nov 13, 2020
- Chicagoland Open: Pitcher Analysis - Nov 12, 2020
- Chicagoland Open: Statistical Analysis - Aug 27, 2020
- Chicagoland Open: Quick Hits - Aug 26, 2020
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Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 6-foot-2, 175-pounds.
Delivery: Stretch only, simple, repeatable delivery, strides square with open toe, strong front side, works efficiently in line with target, balanced finish.
Arm Action: R. Loose, quick arm action, over-the-top arm slot.
FB: T89, 85-88 mph. Plays downhill, flashes a heavy ball, advanced spin. T2435, 2287 average rpm.
CB: 68-71 mph. 11/5 shape, gradual action. T2355, 2271 average rpm.
SL: 74-77 mph. Small, cutter like action, late movement. T2239, 2186 average rpm.
CH: 73-75 mph. Sinking action, thrown down in the zone.
Positional Profile: RHP; Emerged as a high-follow 2022 with his performance.
Body: 6-2, 170-pounds. Long, thin levers; room to add strength/weight.
Delivery: Stretch-only delivery, slight tuck at balance point and lands front-toe open.
Arm Action: RH. Long, lively, quick arm action from a 3/4 slot.
FB: T89, 88-88 mph. Jumps out of the hand with late life and ride through the zone. Max spin rate of 2,435 rpm.
CB: 65-68 mph. Got better as the bullpen went on. Inconsistent action and shape. 2,243 rpm max spin rate.
SL: 76-80 mph. Thrown aggressively with cutter type of action. Late, short horizontal action. 2,319 rpm max spin rate.
CH: 75-79 mph. Above-average feel, consistently down in the zone, fade action at times.