22.6
Hand Speed (max)
2/20/23
CLASS OF 2027
3B
RHP
Nicolas
Aiello
Grand Island (HS) • NY
5' 11" • 215LBS
R/R • 15yr 3mo
Travel Team: Gronk Nation
5' 11" • 215LBS
R/R • 15yr 3mo
Travel Team: Gronk Nation
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2027 National
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2027 State
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Best Of Stats
81.5
Bat Speed (max)
2/20/23
14.3
Rot. Acc (max)
7/05/23
-
Hard Hit %
100.5
Exit Velocity (max)
2/19/24
93.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/19/24
365
Distance (max)
7/05/23
100
Sweet Spot %
7/25/23
7.59
60
2/19/24
4.24
30-yd
7/05/23
1.78
10-yd
7/05/23
17.6
Run speed (max)
7/05/23
84
INF Velo
2/19/24
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
82.2
Velocity (max)
2/19/24
80 - 82
Velo Range
2/19/24
2119
Spin Rate (avg)
2/19/24
Changeup
70 - 73
Velo Range
7/25/23
1636
Spin Rate (avg)
2/19/24
Curveball
69.2 - 69.5
Velo Range
2/19/24
1987
Spin Rate (avg)
2/19/24
Slider
69 - 70
Velo Range
2/19/24
1938
Spin Rate (avg)
2/19/24
Positional Tools
2024
2023
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.59
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.0
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.
13.2
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.0
Hitting
2024
2023
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
100.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
357
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
195
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
14.8
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.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
95.0
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
365
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
252
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
22.6
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.
2024 NY Preseason ID: West
Feb 19, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
100.5
Exit Velocity (max)
93.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
195
Distance (avg)
357
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 25, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
90.4
Exit Velocity (max)
87.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
203
Distance (avg)
277
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
JFG Workout NY/PA/CAR/CO
Jul 25, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
90.4
Exit Velocity (max)
87.1
Exit Velocity (avg)
203
Distance (avg)
277
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
2023 JR NYS Games
Jul 5, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
94.7
Exit Velocity (max)
87.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
297
Distance (avg)
365
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
2023 Preseason ID: West
Feb 20, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
95.0
Exit Velocity (max)
87.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
244
Distance (avg)
334
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
22.6
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
20.0
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
81.5
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
73.8
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.
JFG Workout NY/PA/CAR/CO
Jul 25, 2023
Blast - Hitting
20.0
Hand Speed (max)
19.1
Hand Speed (avg)
74.4
Bat Speed (max)
71.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
PBR Junior Future Games
Jul 25, 2023
Blast - Hitting
20.0
Hand Speed (max)
19.1
Hand Speed (avg)
74.4
Bat Speed (max)
71.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 JR NYS Games
Jul 5, 2023
Blast - Hitting
21.1
Hand Speed (max)
20.3
Hand Speed (avg)
77.5
Bat Speed (max)
74.7
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
2023 Preseason ID: West
Feb 20, 2023
Blast - Hitting
22.6
Hand Speed (max)
20.2
Hand Speed (avg)
81.5
Bat Speed (max)
74.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.9
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).
2119
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).
69.4
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).
1987
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).
69.0
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).
1636
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).
69.5
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).
1938
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).
78.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.9
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).
1950
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.
25.7
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).
61.9
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).
1733
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
64.1
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).
1743
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).
72.3
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).
1919
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).
2024 NY Preseason ID: West
Feb 19, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
82.2
Velocity (max)
80.0 - 81.9
Velo Range
81.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,270
Spin Rate (max)
2,119
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
69.5
Velocity (max)
69.2 - 69.5
Velo Range
69.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,994
Spin Rate (max)
1,987
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
69.8
Velocity (max)
69.1 - 69.8
Velo Range
69.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,985
Spin Rate (max)
1,938
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
69.4
Velocity (max)
68.5 - 69.4
Velo Range
68.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,650
Spin Rate (max)
1,636
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2023 JR NYS Games
Jul 5, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
78.7
Velocity (max)
74.2 - 77.3
Velo Range
74.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,036
Spin Rate (max)
1,943
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
65.4
Velocity (max)
60.9 - 64.8
Velo Range
61.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,864
Spin Rate (max)
1,799
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Sinker
73.0
Velocity (max)
71.4 - 73.0
Velo Range
71.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,011
Spin Rate (max)
1,919
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
2023 Preseason ID: West
Feb 20, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
77.3
Velocity (max)
75.5 - 77.0
Velo Range
76.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,015
Spin Rate (max)
1,969
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
63.0
Velocity (max)
59.5 - 62.2
Velo Range
59.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,719
Spin Rate (max)
1,668
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
65.5
Velocity (max)
62.5 - 65.5
Velo Range
62.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,798
Spin Rate (max)
1,743
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2024
2023
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
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
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.
2023 JR NYS Games
Jul 5, 2023
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Sinker
Hop+
Sink+
Rise+
Pitch Scores - Curveball
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
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)
75.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
63.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
64.5
Game Performance
2024
2023
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.59
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
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.
1.78
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.24
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.72
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSi
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
2023 Preseason ID: West
Feb 20, 2023
Swift
7.95
60-yd
15.5
Run speed (max)
1.59
RSi (max)
1.59
RSi (avg)
1,660
Jump Power (max)
25.8
Jump Height (max)
25.4
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2023
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.
68.55
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Physical
2024
2023
Grip Strgth (LH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (RH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (LH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (RH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Physical: 5-11, 190 pounds; Sturdy, full build. 7.72 runner in the 60.
Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet narrow; flat bat to start. Short take back with the hands with a slight leg-kick for timing. Stays behind the ball while showing an aggressive lower half. Showed a downward swing path with a two handed finish. More flyballs than line drives and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 95 MPH via Trackman. Huge power potential for the future. Can use either gap for power.
Defensively: Starts with a balanced setup; uses prep step while displaying fluid actions to the baseball. Hands are out in front while funneling to the hip before transfer. Long arm swing from a low 3/4 arm slot. INF - 81 MPH.
Pitching: Uses a glove side setup while using a side step. Belt high leg drive with a slight lean over the belt. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Long arm swing while wrist hooks behind back; standard 3/4 slot. Square to the plate with finish. FB: Peak velo of 79 MPH, while sitting 75-78 MPH; commands both sides. CB: 61-65 MPH; 2-8 shape. OTHER: SK:71-73 MPH; arm side run.
Physical: 5-foot-11, 190 pounds; Full, sturdy build. 7.95 runner in the 60.
Offensively: RHH. Even setup, with feet just outside his shoulders; has a pre-pitch bat waggle. Lifts hands with an up and down stride for timing. Slides weight forward pre-contact. while showing an average effort from the legs. Showed a slight lift to the ball with a two handed finish. More line drives than flyballs and groundballs with a peak exit velocity of 95 MPH via Trackman. Strong swing.
Defensively: Starts with a balanced setup; uses prep step while being aggressive. Hands are out in front with a clean transfer. Moderate arm circle from a standard 3/4 arm slot. INF - 76 MPH.
Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup while using a side step. Belt high leg drive with shoulders above the hips. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Moderate arm swing while showing no restrictions; high 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 77 MPH, while sitting 75 - 77 MPH; plays up in the zone. CB: 60 - 63 MPH; 1-7 shape. SL: 62 - 66 MPH; slurve like.