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
Cole Raymond: 3B/RHP, (2025) Avon Old Farms, CT. Georgia Tech Commit, 6-foot-3, 165-pound. (73.4 mph bat speed average). (22.2 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced athletic stance with a controlled load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed is quick, displays a loose level swing plane and high finish. Solid in the infield, had a live arm with throws that topped out at 93 mph; had consistent footwork, a natural exchange, and sure hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Had a quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. (Max spin 2329; Avg 2266).
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Cole Raymond: 3B/RHP, (2025) Avon Old Farms, CT. Georgia Tech Commit, 6-foot-3, 165-pound. (73.4 mph bat speed average). (22.2 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced athletic stance with a controlled load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed is quick, displays a loose level swing plane and high finish. Solid in the infield, had a live arm with throws that topped out at 93 mph; had consistent footwork, a natural exchange, and sure hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Had a quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. (Max spin 2329; Avg 2266).