88.2
Velocity (max)
6/16/20
CLASS OF 2021
RHP
Nick
Walczak
Heartland CC
Maine South (HS) • IL
6' 4" • 185LBS
R/R
Maine South (HS) • IL
6' 4" • 185LBS
R/R
Rankings
2021 National
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2021 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
87 - 88
Velo Range
6/16/20
2283
Spin Rate (avg)
6/16/20
Changeup
78.7 - 80
Velo Range
9/15/22
1910
Spin Rate (avg)
6/16/20
Slider
73.6 - 76.2
Velo Range
9/15/22
2252
Spin Rate (avg)
6/16/20
Positional Tools
Hitting
Hitting
Pitching
2022
2020
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Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.4
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.1
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).
2002
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.
23.2
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.5
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).
1777
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).
74.9
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).
2159
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).
85.3
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).
1920
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).
88.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.1
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).
2283
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.4
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).
1910
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).
71.1
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).
2252
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).
PBR IL: Heartland CC Scout Day
Sep 15, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
87.4
Velocity (max)
85.0 - 87.3
Velo Range
85.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,067
Spin Rate (max)
2,002
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
76.4
Velocity (max)
73.6 - 76.2
Velo Range
73.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,254
Spin Rate (max)
2,159
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
80.0
Velocity (max)
78.7 - 80.0
Velo Range
78.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,803
Spin Rate (max)
1,777
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Sinker
86.6
Velocity (max)
84.4 - 86.1
Velo Range
84.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,960
Spin Rate (max)
1,920
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Top Prospect - Chicago (Invite Only)
Jun 16, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
88.2
Velocity (max)
86.3 - 87.9
Velo Range
86.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,359
Spin Rate (max)
2,283
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
72.9
Velocity (max)
69.8 - 72.5
Velo Range
69.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,405
Spin Rate (max)
2,252
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
80.0
Velocity (max)
77.5 - 79.4
Velo Range
77.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,991
Spin Rate (max)
1,910
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
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
Sinker
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.
Sinker
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.
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
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
PBR IL: Heartland CC Scout Day
Sep 15, 2022
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Sinker
Hop+
Sink+
Rise+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2022
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
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
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
79.5
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).
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)
85.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.2
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.2
Game Performance
Visual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- PBR IL: Heartland CC Scout Day: Data Dive - Sep 19, 2022
- Top Prospect - Chicago: Pitcher Analysis - Sep 1, 2020
- Uncommitted 2021s - Jul 2, 2020
- Top Prospect - Chicago: Statistical Analysis - Jun 18, 2020
- Inside The Illinois Rankings: 2021 Newcomers - May 12, 2020
- Chicago Preseason I.D.: Top Overall Prospects - Apr 24, 2020
- Chicago Preseason I.D.: Pitcher Analysis - Apr 23, 2020
- Weekend Recap: Aurora, Chicago & Libertyville Quick Hits - Feb 25, 2020
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Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-4, 185-pounds. Lean frame with length, projectable.
Delivery: Subtle side rocker to medium balance point, stays online and lands square, shoulders closed, in rhythm tall and fall delivery with low effort.
Arm Action: RH. Lively arm, loose and clean, well above average arm speed, high 3/4 slot, above average extension out front.
FB: T88, 87-88 mph. Lively arm side run, jumps through the zone at times.
SL: 69-72 mph. Breaking ball suited for lateral slider action, slot drops creating 11/5-10/4 shape. 2252 average rpm.
CH: 77-79 mph. Arm side run, thrown with deceptive fastball arm speed, showed feel for the zone, well above average secondary offering.
Positional Profile: RHP Lanky right-hander with more projection to come.
Body: 6-foot-4, 175-pounds. Athletic build. Projects.
Delivery: Athletic on the mound, drop and drive delivery, level shoulders, lands square and direct to target. Easy effort throughout motion, fluid rhythm.
Arm Action: RH. Long and loose arm action, high 3/4 slot. Lively arm.
FB: T85, 83-85 mph. Comes out clean. Flashed arm-side run. More velocity to come.
SL: 69-75 mph. Tight shape with sweeping action and feel.
CH: 73-76 mph. Thrown with near fastball arm speed. Flashed arm-side run, strikes down in the zone. Feel for pitch.