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
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Charlie Dieruf: OF/RHP, (2024) Covington Catholic, KY. 6-foot-1, 200-pound. (70.3 mph bat speed average). (22.0 mph hand speed average). Began in a balanced quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed was quick, displayed a simple upward swing plane and good extension on his finish. On the mound, showing consistent arm speed he had a loose arm action with a high ¾ arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows easy effort. Had slight running action. (Max spin 2247; Avg 2197). His 11/5 curveball had gradual action. (Max spin 1966; Avg 1706).
9/03/22
Body: 6-foot-1, 190-pound.
Hit: (RHH) Begins in a balanced athletic stance with a compact load, then uses a small leg kick. Quick bat speed. Balanced finish, level swing.
Defense: (OF) Sure hands, consistent footwork, natural exchange. Solid. Fielded the ball out front with athletic movement laterally.
Arm: 85 mph outfield velocity. Consistent arm action, high ¾ slot.
Speed: 6.90 (60-yard).
2/23/20
2/22/20 Position Player Hit: Pre loaded approach with hands close to body creating an easy smooth bat path that stays level across the zone. Power: 76mph exit velo with a max distance of 268 feet. Offensive Projection: Line drive pull hitter. Field: Choppy footwork with average transition into throwing. Throw: 74mph outfield velo. Defensive Projection: Corner outfield. Delivery Notes: A tall and upright load with a smooth and quick ¾ arm action. A young frame to watch develop in the coming years. Fastball: 76-78mph with a 2000-2200rpm spin rate and slight arm side run. Curveball: 60-62mph with a 1700-1900rpm spin rate with 10-4 movement. Changeup: 61-62mph, bigger changeup shape, some dive.
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Charlie Dieruf: OF/RHP, (2024) Covington Catholic, KY. 6-foot-1, 200-pound. (70.3 mph bat speed average). (22.0 mph hand speed average). Began in a balanced quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed was quick, displayed a simple upward swing plane and good extension on his finish. On the mound, showing consistent arm speed he had a loose arm action with a high ¾ arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows easy effort. Had slight running action. (Max spin 2247; Avg 2197). His 11/5 curveball had gradual action. (Max spin 1966; Avg 1706).
Body: 6-foot-1, 190-pound.
Hit: (RHH) Begins in a balanced athletic stance with a compact load, then uses a small leg kick. Quick bat speed. Balanced finish, level swing.
Defense: (OF) Sure hands, consistent footwork, natural exchange. Solid. Fielded the ball out front with athletic movement laterally.
Arm: 85 mph outfield velocity. Consistent arm action, high ¾ slot.
Speed: 6.90 (60-yard).
2/22/20 Position Player
Hit: Pre loaded approach with hands close to body creating an easy smooth bat path that stays level across the zone.
Power: 76mph exit velo with a max distance of 268 feet.
Offensive Projection: Line drive pull hitter.
Field: Choppy footwork with average transition into throwing.
Throw: 74mph outfield velo.
Defensive Projection: Corner outfield.
Delivery Notes: A tall and upright load with a smooth and quick ¾ arm action. A young frame to watch develop in the coming years.
Fastball: 76-78mph with a 2000-2200rpm spin rate and slight arm side run.
Curveball: 60-62mph with a 1700-1900rpm spin rate with 10-4 movement.
Changeup: 61-62mph, bigger changeup shape, some dive.