83
Velocity (max)
7/18/23
CLASS OF 2024
RHP
1B
Chase
Watkins
Eau Claire North (HS) • WI
6' 2" • 185LBS
L/R • 18yr 2mo
Travel Team: Eau Claire A's
6' 2" • 185LBS
L/R • 18yr 2mo
Travel Team: Eau Claire A's
Rankings
2024 National
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2024 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
81 - 83
Velo Range
7/18/23
2133
Spin Rate (avg)
7/18/23
Changeup
74.7 - 78
Velo Range
7/18/23
1800
Spin Rate (avg)
2/11/23
Curveball
68.5 - 70.5
Velo Range
7/18/23
2267
Spin Rate (avg)
7/18/23
90.9
Exit Velocity (max)
2/11/23
86.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/11/23
333
Distance (max)
2/11/23
73
Sweet Spot %
2/11/23
23.3
Hand Speed (max)
3/13/22
71.9
Bat Speed (max)
2/11/23
17.7
Rot. Acc (max)
3/13/22
-
Hard Hit %
7.81
60
3/13/22
4.45
30-yd
2/11/23
1.98
10-yd
2/11/23
17.1
Run speed (max)
2/11/23
77
INF Velo
2/11/23
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
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)
8.04
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.0
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.
11.3
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.81
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
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.
11.6
Hitting
2023
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.7
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
333
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
220
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
18.9
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).
90.3
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
256
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
102
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
5.6
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.
Eau Claire Preseason ID
Feb 11, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
90.9
Exit Velocity (max)
86.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
220
Distance (avg)
333
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Madison Preseason ID
Mar 13, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
90.3
Exit Velocity (max)
82.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
102
Distance (avg)
256
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2023
2022
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.3
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
71.9
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
67.1
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.
23.3
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.2
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
69.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
67.0
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.
Eau Claire Preseason ID
Feb 11, 2023
Blast - Hitting
20.1
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
71.9
Bat Speed (max)
67.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Madison Preseason ID
Mar 13, 2022
Blast - Hitting
23.3
Hand Speed (max)
21.2
Hand Speed (avg)
69.4
Bat Speed (max)
67.0
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.6
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
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).
2080
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).
68.9
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).
2245
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).
75.9
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).
1800
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).
Splitter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.3
Splitter
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).
1745
Splitter
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).
79.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.7
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).
1894
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.
24.1
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).
68.7
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).
1875
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).
74.3
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).
1665
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).
Western Wisconsin Open
Jul 18, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
82.6
Velocity (max)
81.2 - 82.6
Velo Range
78.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,194
Spin Rate (max)
2,133
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
70.8
Velocity (max)
68.5 - 70.5
Velo Range
66.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,353
Spin Rate (max)
2,267
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Splitter
78.1
Velocity (max)
74.7 - 78.0
Velo Range
73.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,685
Spin Rate (max)
1,745
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Eau Claire Preseason ID
Feb 11, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
81.6
Velocity (max)
78.6 - 81.2
Velo Range
78.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,115
Spin Rate (max)
2,018
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
69.6
Velocity (max)
66.5 - 69.5
Velo Range
66.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,249
Spin Rate (max)
2,211
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
76.8
Velocity (max)
74.7 - 76.8
Velo Range
74.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,867
Spin Rate (max)
1,800
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Madison Preseason ID
Mar 13, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
79.8
Velocity (max)
77.6 - 79.7
Velo Range
79.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,045
Spin Rate (max)
1,894
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
69.4
Velocity (max)
68.1 - 69.2
Velo Range
69.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,021
Spin Rate (max)
1,875
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
75.3
Velocity (max)
73.9 - 74.9
Velo Range
75.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,741
Spin Rate (max)
1,665
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
Pitching Velos
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
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)
68.5
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)
79.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.5
Game Performance
2024
2023
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.98
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.45
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
8.04
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.
1.98
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.45
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
8.04
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.
Eau Claire Preseason ID
Feb 11, 2023
Swift
1.98
10-yd
4.45
30-yd
8.04
60-yd
17.1
Run speed (max)
2.12
RSi (max)
2.12
RSi (avg)
1,298
Jump Power (max)
21.0
Jump Height (max)
20.9
Jump Height (avg)
Visual Edge
2023
2022
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.
68.59
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.
70.89
Pitch Ai
2022
Arm Speed
The maximum speed, in the direction of home plate, that the wrist is traveling. Measured in meters per second (m/s)
Arm Slot
Angle of the forearm relative to the ground between maximum external rotation (MER) and ball release (BR). Which can be a powerful player comparison metric, delivered in degrees.
Knee Extension Velo
The angular velocity of the front knee straightening after foot plant, which provides indicators of velocity potential. Measured in degrees per second.
Deception
The amount of time that the ball is visible to the hitter, after the instant of front foot strike. Measures in milliseconds.
Hip-Shoulder Separation
The difference in angle of between the hips and shoulders, occurring close to the foot plant. Measured in degrees.
Madison Preseason ID
Mar 13, 2022
ProPlayAI - Foot Plant
Elbow Flexion (avg)
Shoulder Abduction (avg)
Hip Shoulder Seperation (avg)
ProPlayAI - MER
External Rotation (avg)
Stride Length (avg)
Horizontal Abduction (avg)
ProPlayAI - Release
Arm Speed (max)
Arm Speed (avg)
Knee Extension Velocity (max)
Knee Extension Velocity (avg)
Knee Flexion (avg)
Arm Slot (avg)
Lateral Trunk Tilt (avg)
Arm Path (avg)
Deception (avg)
Torque (avg)
Efficiency (avg)
Sequencing (avg)
Notes
News
- Western Wisconsin Open: Pitcher Analysis - Sep 27, 2023
- Western Wisconsin Open: Quick Hits - Jul 21, 2023
- Eau Claire Preseason ID: Top Overall - Feb 17, 2023
- Eau Claire Preseason ID: Quick Hits - Feb 14, 2023
- Eau Claire Preseason ID: Preview - Feb 9, 2023
- Wisconsin Class of 2024 Rankings: Newcomers - Dec 2, 2022
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After appearing at the PBRT Wisconsin Open in late June, RHP Chase Watkins (Eau Claire North, 2024) came into Tuesday’s event as a ranked right-handed pitcher in Wisconsin’s 2024 class. During his session on the mound, Watkins backed up the notion of being ranked as he turned heads and garnered attention. The incoming senior features a side-step windup with a tucked leg kick and a closed stride that guides him through his delivery. The arm works through a full arm arc and shows loose traits along with coming out of a stock slot. The Eau Claire North hurler worked his fastball in the low-80s as it played with life and rode through the zone. Watkins mixes in a curveball and a splitter to go with his fastball. The curveball shows a 11/5 action that he has a clear feel for placement with. As for the splitter, there is a clear feel for the pitch with depth throughout the zone. Watkins remains a name-to-know in Wisconsin’s incoming senior class, especially in the northwest region of the state.
Positional Profile: RHP/1B
Body: 6-2, 185-pounds. Lean, well-proportioned frame with room for added strength. Broad shoulders.
Delivery: Side step windup, tucked leg kick, up and out delivery, closed stride.
Arm Action: RH. Full arm arc, loose, some whip, stock slot.
FB: T83, 81-83 mph. Rides through the zone. T2194, 2133 average rpm.
CB: 68-70 mph. 11/5 action, shorter, feel for placement. T2353, 2267 average rpm.
SPLT: 75-78 mph. Depth, feel for the pitch.
RHP/1B Chase Watkins (Eau Claire North, 2024) stands at a lean, wiry and projectable 6-foot-2, 185-pounds. Watkins impressed during the hitting portion of the event when he showcased his smooth, loose, free and easy left handed stroke driving balls to all fields, registering a max EV of 90.9 mph and driving the second farthest ball of the event at 333 feet. On the mound, Watkins repeated an athletic delivery with a quick arm and drove his fastball through areas of the zone, topping at 81.6 mph. He flashed a sharp downer breaking ball and a change with quality arm speed. While Watkins did initially catch our staff’s attention as an arm during the summer, he did walk away from Saturday’s event as an intriguing two-way follow after his quality round of BP.
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-2, 185-pounds. Lean, wiry, athletic build, more fill coming.
Delivery: Medium tempo, loose free and easy delivery, on-line to the plate.
Arm Action: RH. Full circle up on time, high 3/4 slot quick arm.
FB: T82, 79-81 mph. Carry and ability to get through areas of zone. T2115, 2018 average rpm.
CB: 66-70 mph. Sharp 11/5 breaker, late. T2249, 2211 average rpm.
CH: 75-77 mph. Developing feel, quality arm speed. T1867, 1800 average rpm.
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-2, 185-pounds. Lean, wiry, athletic build, more fill coming.
Hits: LHH. Relaxed setup. Small gather into back leg, rhythmic flow into hitting position, loose free and easy with loft, hitterish.
Power: 91 max exit velocity, averaged 86.7 MPH. 333' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-77 mph.Repeats 3/4 slot, shows accuracy.
Defense: Soft hands, quality actions with feel around first base bag.
Run: 8.04 runner in the 60.
Vizual Edge: 68.59 Edge Score
Watkins is another name who popped at the Badger State Games this summer and despite playing older competition he did nothing but hold his own. Watkins is listed at a projectable 6-foot-2, 185-pounds and we have seen him up 82 mph and also features a curveball in the mid-60s that plays well off his fastball. After a full off-season of training it wouldn’t be surprising to see his velocity jump when we get our next look at this projectable arm.
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-1, 179-pounds. Athletic looking build.
Delivery: Side rocker step, works from first base side of the rubber, loose levers move well down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Loose arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T79.8, 77.6-79.7 mph. Showed arm side run. T2044, 1893 average rpm.
CB: 68.1-69.2 mph. 12/6 shape, short action. T2021, 1875 average rpm.
CH: 73.9-74.9 mph. Fading action, plays to arm-side. T1741, 1665 average rpm.
Hit: LHH. Crouched, slightly open setup. Leg lift trigger. Aggressive foot plant. Flat barrel set. Connected rotation. Lifting through impact. All fields spray.
Power: 90.3 max exit velocity, averaged 82.8 mph. 256’ max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 75 mph. Long loop, deep pocket, high slot takes time to develop.
Defense: Average hands play out front, feet delayed at times.
Run: 7.81 runner in the 60.