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
Oscar Johnson: RHP/OF, (2026) Saint John Paul, MA. 6-foot-2, 196-pound projectable build. Capable on the mound, used a consistent arm action with a high ¾ arm angle while showing developing arm speed. Feel type pitcher who shows some effort. Has a consistent balance point and in line shoulders. Lands closed with a falling off finish. Threw his fastball 70-71 mph; showed control arm side around the zone and running action. (Max spin 1877; Avg 1651). His curveball (61-62) shows glove side command and sweeping action. (Max spin 1606; Avg 1467). Straight changeup (65-66).
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Oscar Johnson: RHP/OF, (2026) Saint John Paul, MA. 6-foot-2, 196-pound projectable build. Capable on the mound, used a consistent arm action with a high ¾ arm angle while showing developing arm speed. Feel type pitcher who shows some effort. Has a consistent balance point and in line shoulders. Lands closed with a falling off finish. Threw his fastball 70-71 mph; showed control arm side around the zone and running action. (Max spin 1877; Avg 1651). His curveball (61-62) shows glove side command and sweeping action. (Max spin 1606; Avg 1467). Straight changeup (65-66).