80.5
Velocity (max)
6/29/21
CLASS OF 2023
RHP
SS
Ben
Kochany
Saginaw Valley State
Bay City Western (HS) • MI
6' 1" • 165LBS
R/R • 18yr 8mo
Travel Team: Michigan Select
Bay City Western (HS) • MI
6' 1" • 165LBS
R/R • 18yr 8mo
Travel Team: Michigan Select
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
78.2 - 79.9
Velo Range
6/29/21
1870
Spin Rate (avg)
6/29/21
Changeup
69 - 70
Velo Range
6/29/21
1534
Spin Rate (avg)
6/29/21
Curveball
64 - 68
Velo Range
6/29/21
1768
Spin Rate (avg)
3/20/21
86.5
Exit Velocity (max)
3/20/21
81.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
3/20/21
322
Distance (max)
3/20/21
86
Sweet Spot %
3/20/21
20.3
Hand Speed (max)
3/20/21
67.4
Bat Speed (max)
3/20/21
15.9
Rot. Acc (max)
3/20/21
-
Hard Hit %
6.92
60
6/29/21
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30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
78
INF Velo
6/29/21
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OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2021
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.92
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
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.
12.5
Hitting
2021
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
322
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
251
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
24.8
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.
2021 Eastern Michigan Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 29, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
85.5
Exit Velocity (max)
80.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
273
Distance (avg)
306
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Scout Day: Michigan Select 3.20.21
Mar 20, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
86.5
Exit Velocity (max)
81.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
229
Distance (avg)
322
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.3
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
67.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
64.4
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.
2021 Eastern Michigan Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 29, 2021
Blast - Hitting
19.5
Hand Speed (max)
18.3
Hand Speed (avg)
66.7
Bat Speed (max)
64.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Scout Day: Michigan Select 3.20.21
Mar 20, 2021
Blast - Hitting
20.3
Hand Speed (max)
19.7
Hand Speed (avg)
67.4
Bat Speed (max)
64.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.1
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).
1814
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).
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).
1701
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).
68.6
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).
1490
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).
2021 Eastern Michigan Prospect Games (Invite Only)
Jun 29, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
80.5
Velocity (max)
78.3 - 80.0
Velo Range
78.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,965
Spin Rate (max)
1,868
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
68.0
Velocity (max)
63.7 - 68.0
Velo Range
63.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,621
Spin Rate (max)
1,569
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
69.7
Velocity (max)
68.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,534
Spin Rate (max)
1,534
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Scout Day: Michigan Select 3.20.21
Mar 20, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
79.2
Velocity (max)
74.9 - 78.8
Velo Range
75.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,846
Spin Rate (max)
1,741
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
64.4
Velocity (max)
61.8 - 64.4
Velo Range
61.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,924
Spin Rate (max)
1,768
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
67.5
Velocity (max)
67.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,445
Spin Rate (max)
1,445
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2021
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
2021
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.8
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
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.5
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Player Spotlight
Ben Kochany: RHP/SS, (2023) Bay City Western, MI. 6-foot-1, 165-pound. Capable during batting practice, Kochany's best exit velocity was 86 mph. (64.20 mph bat speed average). (18.32 mph hand speed average). Starts in a balanced stance with a high load, then uses a big leg kick. Had a level swing plane and a high finish. Line drive approach. Solid in the infield, his best throw was recorded at 78 mph; has consistent feet, and sure hands. Fields the ball out front. The athletic recruit showcased his speed with a sub-seven 60 time of 6.92. On the mound, curveball (64-68 mph), changeup (69-70 mph). Threw his fastball 77-79 mph with a max of 80 mph; (Max spin 1964; Avg 1868).
Scout Evaluation
Ben Kochany, Bay City Western, 2023, MI
Position: RHP/SS
Body: 6-foot-1, 165-pound.
Hit: (RHH) Capable. Begins in a balanced stance with a high load, then uses a big leg kick. High finish, level swing. Line drive approach.
Power: 86 mph exit velocity, average 80.81 mph. 64.20 mph bat speed average. 18.32 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (IF) Sure hands, consistent footwork. Solid. Out front fielding mechanics.
Arm: 78 mph infield velocity.
Speed: 6.92 (60-yard).
FB: T80. 77-79 mph. (Max spin 1964; Avg 1868).
CB: 64-68 mph. (Max spin 1620; Avg 1568).
CH: 69-70 mph.
Player Spotlight
Ben Kochany: RHP/SS, (2023) Bay City Western, MI. 6-foot-1, 165-pound. Capable during batting practice, Kochany's best exit velocity was 87 mph. Begins in a tall stance with a smooth load, then uses a short stride. Has a simple upward swing plane and efficient bat speed. Found a couple of barrels in his rounds. Base hit approach. In the infield, displayed a velocity of 72 mph. During the event, clocked a 60 time of 7.06. Projectable on the mound, used a high ¾ arm angle and a compact arm action while showing quick arm speed. Feel type pitcher and shows easy effort. Displays even shoulders and a consistent balance point. Lands square with an athletic finish. Threw his fastball 74-77 mph with a max of 78 mph; showed control low in the zone and cutting action. Has a 11/5 curveball (61-64) that showed command low in the zone and sweeping action. Had consistent control and deceiving action on his changeup (67-68).
Scout Evaluation
Ben Kochany, Bay City Western, 2023, MI
Position: RHP/SS
Body: 6-foot-1, 165-pound .
Hit: (RHH) Started in a tall stance with a smooth load, then used a short stride. Efficient bat speed. Base hit approach.
Power: 87 mph exit velocity, average 81.61 mph. 64.65 mph bat speed average. 19.65 mph hand speed average.
Arm: 72 mph infield velocity.
Speed: 7.06 (60-yard).
Pitching: Projectable. Feel delivery, easy effort. High ¾ arm angle, quick arm speed, compact arm action. Consistent balance point, even shoulders, lands square, an athletic finish.
FB: T78. 74-77 mph. (Max spin 1845; Avg 1740). Low in the zone accuracy, cutting action.
CB: 61-64 mph. Low in the zone control, sweeping action, 11/5 shape.
CH: 67-68 mph. Consistent control, deceiving action.