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
Lake Land Scout Day: Six-foot, athletic bodied righty with 78-79 mph fastball showing good arm side life. Long, loose arm swing to 3/4 release point. Collapses on backside a bit, works down the mound with good lead leg blocking. Lands balanced in good fielding position. Spins it well. Tight breaker in the upper-60s with depth. Despite lower velo, the pitch plays with good shape and teeth to bite. Should get outs at the college level with this pitch. Slows arm on 67-70 mph change-of-pace.
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Lake Land Scout Day: Six-foot, athletic bodied righty with 78-79 mph fastball showing good arm side life. Long, loose arm swing to 3/4 release point. Collapses on backside a bit, works down the mound with good lead leg blocking. Lands balanced in good fielding position. Spins it well. Tight breaker in the upper-60s with depth. Despite lower velo, the pitch plays with good shape and teeth to bite. Should get outs at the college level with this pitch. Slows arm on 67-70 mph change-of-pace.