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
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Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
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Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Hit: (Switch) Solid. Begins in a wide stance with a smooth load, then uses a toe tap stride. Quick efficient bat speed. High finish, short level swing. Aggressive pull side approach.
Power: 97.6 mph exit velocity, average 78.9 mph.
Defense: (IF) Sure hands, in control footwork, natural exchange. Capable.
Arm: 74 mph infield velocity. Short arm action, an-over-the-top slot.
Run: 8.38
Pitching: Capable. Stretch only delivery, easy effort. High ¾ arm angle, short arm action. Consistent balance point, in line shoulders, lands soft, upright finish.
James Kirk, Andrean, 2023, IN
Position: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-foot-3, 250-pound sturdy frame.
Hit: (Switch) Solid. Begins in a wide stance with a smooth load, then uses a toe tap stride. Quick efficient bat speed. High finish, short level swing. Aggressive pull side approach.
Power: 97.6 mph exit velocity, average 78.9 mph.
Defense: (IF) Sure hands, in control footwork, natural exchange. Capable.
Arm: 74 mph infield velocity. Short arm action, an-over-the-top slot.
Run: 8.38
Pitching: Capable. Stretch only delivery, easy effort. High ¾ arm angle, short arm action. Consistent balance point, in line shoulders, lands soft, upright finish.
FB: 74-76 mph. (Max spin 1609; Avg 1475). Some feel accuracy.
SL: 61-66 mph. Slurvey action. (Max spin 1762; Avg 1669).