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
Jack Devonshire: RHP/3B, (2026) Oliver Ames, MA. 5-foot-11, 143-pound slim frame. Capable and projectable during batting practice, Devonshire recorded an exit velocity of 82 mph. (61.8 mph bat speed average). (20.6 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced closed stance with a high load, then used a closed small stride. Bat speed was developing, showed a long flat swing plane and good extension on his finish. He barreled up some balls with loud contact. Line drive approach. Capable while in the infield, recorded position velocities up to 74 mph; has developing firm hands, developing consistent feet, and a natural exchange. Laterally, movements were developing and fielded the ball out front. Showed consistent accuracy to the bag with a long arm action and a ¾ slot. Projectable on the mound, showing developing arm speed he had a high ¾ arm angle and a consistent arm action. Feel type pitcher and showed some effort. Showed consistent balance point and in line shoulders. Lands closed with a falling off finish. Sat with his fastball at 66-69 mph; had control arm side around the zone and running action. (Max spin 1674; Avg 1556). Shows glove side around the zone control and sweeping action on his curveball (60-62). (Max spin 1503; Avg 1479). Showed arm side control and gradual fading action on his changeup (66-68).
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Jack Devonshire: RHP/3B, (2026) Oliver Ames, MA. 5-foot-11, 143-pound slim frame. Capable and projectable during batting practice, Devonshire recorded an exit velocity of 82 mph. (61.8 mph bat speed average). (20.6 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced closed stance with a high load, then used a closed small stride. Bat speed was developing, showed a long flat swing plane and good extension on his finish. He barreled up some balls with loud contact. Line drive approach. Capable while in the infield, recorded position velocities up to 74 mph; has developing firm hands, developing consistent feet, and a natural exchange. Laterally, movements were developing and fielded the ball out front. Showed consistent accuracy to the bag with a long arm action and a ¾ slot. Projectable on the mound, showing developing arm speed he had a high ¾ arm angle and a consistent arm action. Feel type pitcher and showed some effort. Showed consistent balance point and in line shoulders. Lands closed with a falling off finish. Sat with his fastball at 66-69 mph; had control arm side around the zone and running action. (Max spin 1674; Avg 1556). Shows glove side around the zone control and sweeping action on his curveball (60-62). (Max spin 1503; Avg 1479). Showed arm side control and gradual fading action on his changeup (66-68).