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
Robert Acocella: LHP, (2025) AITE/Westhill, CT. 6-foot-1, 127-pound. Solid on the mound, used a compact arm action and a high ¾ arm angle while showing consistent arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows some effort. Displays downhill shoulders and a consistent balance point. Threw his fastball 69-73 mph. Has slight running action. (Max spin 1988; Avg 1838). Shows a 1/7 curveball (56-57) with gradual action. (Max spin 1386; Avg 1279). He had some action on his changeup (68-70).
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Robert Acocella: LHP, (2025) AITE/Westhill, CT. 6-foot-1, 127-pound. Solid on the mound, used a compact arm action and a high ¾ arm angle while showing consistent arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows some effort. Displays downhill shoulders and a consistent balance point. Threw his fastball 69-73 mph. Has slight running action. (Max spin 1988; Avg 1838). Shows a 1/7 curveball (56-57) with gradual action. (Max spin 1386; Avg 1279). He had some action on his changeup (68-70).