22
Hand Speed (max)
2/11/23
CLASS OF 2027
SS
RHP
Kash
VanHouten
Canton (HS) • IL
6' 0" • 175LBS
R/R • 15yr 5mo
Travel Team: Wow Factor Illinois Scout
6' 0" • 175LBS
R/R • 15yr 5mo
Travel Team: Wow Factor Illinois Scout
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2027 National
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Best Of Stats
72.1
Bat Speed (max)
2/21/24
20.3
Rot. Acc (max)
7/25/23
-
Hard Hit %
88.2
Exit Velocity (max)
2/21/24
84.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/21/24
276
Distance (max)
2/11/23
82
Sweet Spot %
2/21/24
7.41
60
7/25/23
4.08
30-yd
7/25/23
1.77
10-yd
7/25/23
18.5
Run speed (max)
2/21/24
88
INF Velo
2/21/24
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
88
Velocity (max)
2/21/24
86 - 88
Velo Range
2/21/24
2297
Spin Rate (avg)
2/21/24
Changeup
77.9 - 79.4
Velo Range
2/21/24
1566
Spin Rate (avg)
2/11/23
Curveball
64.6 - 67.4
Velo Range
2/11/23
2048
Spin Rate (avg)
2/11/23
Slider
71.7 - 73.2
Velo Range
2/21/24
2093
Spin Rate (avg)
2/21/24
Positional Tools
2024
2023
2022
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.53
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
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.
11.7
Home to First
The athlete's fastest home-to-first time in the given event year. Measured from bat-on-ball to foot-on-bag, in seconds (s).
4.22
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
Home to First
The athlete's fastest home-to-first time in the given event year. Measured from bat-on-ball to foot-on-bag, in seconds (s).
5.09
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.0
Hitting
2024
2023
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
272
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
184
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.9
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).
85.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.4
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
276
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
159
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.9
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).
77.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
250
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
147
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
21.3
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.
Peoria Preseason ID
Feb 21, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
88.2
Exit Velocity (max)
84.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
184
Distance (avg)
272
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 25, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
84.4
Exit Velocity (max)
78.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
171
Distance (avg)
257
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
JFG Workout IL/WI/CA
Jul 25, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
84.4
Exit Velocity (max)
78.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
171
Distance (avg)
257
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
McHenry Rising Stars ID
Feb 11, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
85.3
Exit Velocity (max)
78.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
149
Distance (avg)
276
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
McHenry Rising Stars ID
Feb 12, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
77.0
Exit Velocity (max)
70.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
147
Distance (avg)
250
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2024
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.4
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.5
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
72.1
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
70.6
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.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
22.0
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
71.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
66.3
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.
Peoria Preseason ID
Feb 21, 2024
Blast - Hitting
21.4
Hand Speed (max)
20.5
Hand Speed (avg)
72.1
Bat Speed (max)
70.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 25, 2023
Blast - Hitting
19.2
Hand Speed (max)
18.2
Hand Speed (avg)
65.5
Bat Speed (max)
64.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
JFG Workout IL/WI/CA
Jul 25, 2023
Blast - Hitting
19.2
Hand Speed (max)
18.2
Hand Speed (avg)
65.5
Bat Speed (max)
64.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
McHenry Rising Stars ID
Feb 11, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.0
Hand Speed (max)
20.1
Hand Speed (avg)
71.6
Bat Speed (max)
69.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
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).
2297
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.
26.4
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.6
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).
1516
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).
72.5
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).
2093
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).
Sinker
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.4
Sinker
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).
2124
Sinker
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).
81.1
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.9
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).
2270
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.
28.4
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).
66.0
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).
2048
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).
73.8
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).
1566
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.5
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).
2125
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.
28.5
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).
64.2
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).
1905
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).
69.5
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).
1499
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).
Peoria Preseason ID
Feb 21, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
88.0
Velocity (max)
86.2 - 87.7
Velo Range
87.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,373
Spin Rate (max)
2,297
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
73.2
Velocity (max)
71.7 - 73.2
Velo Range
71.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,141
Spin Rate (max)
2,093
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
79.5
Velocity (max)
77.9 - 79.4
Velo Range
79.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,583
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 %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Sinker
84.5
Velocity (max)
82.5 - 84.4
Velo Range
83.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,180
Spin Rate (max)
2,124
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
McHenry Rising Stars ID
Feb 11, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
81.1
Velocity (max)
79.1 - 80.7
Velo Range
79.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,308
Spin Rate (max)
2,270
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
68.0
Velocity (max)
64.6 - 67.4
Velo Range
65.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,164
Spin Rate (max)
2,048
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
74.4
Velocity (max)
73.2 - 74.3
Velo Range
74.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,641
Spin Rate (max)
1,566
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
McHenry Rising Stars ID
Feb 12, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
75.5
Velocity (max)
73.9 - 75.0
Velo Range
73.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,182
Spin Rate (max)
2,125
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Curveball
65.6
Velocity (max)
63.3 - 65.2
Velo Range
62.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,938
Spin Rate (max)
1,905
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
71.3
Velocity (max)
67.7 - 71.2
Velo Range
68.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,618
Spin Rate (max)
1,499
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2024
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
Sinker
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
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
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
2024
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
87.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.5
Slider
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 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)
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)
66.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
64.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.77
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.
7.41
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.77
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.
7.41
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Visual Edge
2024
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.
63.39
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Peoria Preseason ID: Quick Hits - Feb 26, 2024
- Peoria Preseason ID: Preview Story - Feb 20, 2024
- McHenry Rising Stars ID: Preview Story - Feb 8, 2024
- Winter Watchlist: Names to Know - Jan 10, 2024
- Illinois 2027 Rankings: Names to Know - Dec 21, 2023
- PBRT Illinois Fall Open: Takeaways - Oct 6, 2023
- Illinois Junior Future Games: Recap Stories, Day Four - Jul 30, 2023
- Illinois Junior Future Games: Recap Stories, Day Two - Jul 28, 2023
- McHenry Rising Stars: Player Analysis - Apr 12, 2023
- McHenry Rising Stars ID: Statistical Analysis & Takeaways - Mar 10, 2023
- McHenry Rising Stars ID: Takeaways - Feb 18, 2022
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SS/RHP Kash VanHouten (Canton, 2027) has consistently provided our staff with upside looks over the past couple years, including the Junior Future Games this past summer, and this weekend was no different. 6-foot, 170-pound build with a mature yet projectable frame. The right-handed hitter has a mature approach in the box to pair with above-average bat-strength; athletic stroke that stays quick and direct to the ball, creates extension through contact and looks to project into more power as he matures. Advanced actions on the infield with soft hands and fluid footwork, clear feel for the position. VanHouten also hopped on the mound and impressed with a fastball up to 84 mph with life through the zone. High-level prospect to know in IL.
Vanhouten showed well on the mound Saturday morning for Wow Factor, flashing a three-pitch mix capable of swings and misses. The right-hander is an athletic mover downhill on the mound with an explosive drop and drive delivery. Arm moves quickly with arm speed out front from a ¾ slot. The fastball sat 82-84 mph with ride through the zone, breaking ball sat 65-67 mph with 12/6 movement, and a CH that sat 74-75 mph with feel for the zone. Also has potential at the plate from the right side, batting out of the two-hole for Wow Factor both times we have seen them this weekend.
VanHouten ran a 4.22 30-yard split, second-fastest of the event, and also impressed with his right-handed bat. He has an athletic, twitchy swing with a knack for the barrel and above-average bat speed (69.2 mph average; fourth-best at the event). He was a steady defender on the infield with an above-average arm that topped at 80 mph across the infield. That same arm played well on the mound, sitting 79-81 mph with a three-pitch mix.
INF/RHP Kaden Wasniewski (McHenry, 2027) and INF/RHP Kash VanHouten (Canton, 2027) were two of the top, two-way, prospects in attendance at the event.
VanHouten ran a 4.22 30-yard split, second-fastest of the event, and also impressed with his right-handed bat. He has an athletic, twitchy swing with a knack for the barrel and above-average bat speed (69.2 mph average; fourth-best at the event). He was a steady defender on the infield with an above-average arm that topped at 80 mph across the infield. That same arm played well on the mound, sitting 79-81 mph with a three-pitch mix.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-11, 165-pounds. Athletic build, good proportions, fill coming as he matures.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, short stride. Explosive hand speed, creates bat speed, direct and level through the zone with big jump off the barrel.
Power: 85 max exit velocity, averaged 78.6 mph. 276’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Long out of the glove into a 2/3 slot, plays with life.
Defense: Steady actions, two-hand gather out front, clean double play turn.
Run: 4.22 30-yard split.
Delivery: Stretch-only, up tempo, medium leg lift with slight coil, drop and drive delivery, toe lands slightly closed at footstrike.
Arm Action: RH. Long, quick arm, 3/4 slot.
FB: T81, 79-81 mph. Slight cutting action. T2308, 2270 average rpm.
CB: 65-67 mph. 11/5 shape, tight spin with late break, lands the pitch in the zone. T2164, 2048 average rpm.
CH: 73-74 mph. Maintains arm speed, creates deceleration, downward movement with some fade. T1641, 1566 average rpm.
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-11, 165-pounds. Athletic build, good proportions, fill coming as he matures.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, short stride. Explosive hand speed, creates bat speed, direct and level through the zone with big jump off the barrel.
Power: 85 max exit velocity, averaged 78.6 mph. 276’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Long out of the glove into a 2/3 slot, plays with life.
Defense: Steady actions, two-hand gather out front, clean double play turn.
Run: 4.22 30-yard split.
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-8, 130-pounds. Lean athletic shape.
Hit: RHH. Athletic setup, short/quick stride. Loose/quick hands to the ball, present bat-speed, intent to lift the baseball.
Power: 77 max exit velocity, averaged 70.2 mph. 250’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 75 mph. Long path, high 3/4 slot, above average for age, some length at times and flashes ability to play on the move.
Defense: Athletic action, fields low, soft hands, clean exchange.
Run: 5.09 runner home-to-first.
Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Deliberate start, quick drop and drive delivery with some effort, lands squared to home.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T75.5, 73.9-75.0 mph. Four seam type, hard action, above average spin rate for age. T2182, 2124 average rpm.
CB: 63.3-65.2 mph. Gradual, 11/5 vertical plane. T1937, 1904 average rpm.
CH: 67.7-71.2 mph. Sinking action. T1617, 1499 average rpm.
Another 2027 with advanced arm strength was RHP/INF Kash VanHouten (Canton). The 5-foot-8, 130-pound, Central Illinois product ran his fastball up to 76 mph with life and occasional arm-side-run. The changeup is an above-average offering, thrown aggressively with late fade and feel. He also flashed a tight curveball at times. Offensively, the right-handed hitter takes an aggressive swing, flashing bat speed and pull-side tendencies.
Another 2027 with advanced arm strength was RHP/INF Kash VanHouten (Canton). The 5-foot-8, 130-pound, Central Illinois product ran his fastball up to 76 mph with life and occasional arm-side-run. The changeup is an above-average offering, thrown aggressively with late fade and feel. He also flashed a tight curveball at times. Offensively, the right-handed hitter takes an aggressive swing, flashing bat speed and pull-side tendencies.