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
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Positional Profile: RHP/RHP
Body: 6-2, 168-pounds. Tall skinny frame with room to fill out.
Delivery: Strong stride with improving mechanics.
Arm Action: RH. Zone presence with improving accuracy.
FB: T82, 80-81 mph. Room for velo w/pinpointing. T2186, 2025 average rpm.
SL: 67-69 mph. Precision w/developing control. T2574, 2470 average rpm.