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
Tyler VanKempen: RHP, (2024) Hudsonville, MI. 6-foot-3, 180-pound. Capable smooth on the mound, had a loose consistent arm action and an over-the-top high ¾ arm angle with some developing arm speed. Tilt-and-topple type pitcher and shows decent effort. Tall balance point with even shoulders. Lands square and closed with a clean finish. (Max spin 2145; Avg 2060).
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Tyler VanKempen: RHP, (2024) Hudsonville, MI. 6-foot-3, 180-pound. Capable smooth on the mound, had a loose consistent arm action and an over-the-top high ¾ arm angle with some developing arm speed. Tilt-and-topple type pitcher and shows decent effort. Tall balance point with even shoulders. Lands square and closed with a clean finish. (Max spin 2145; Avg 2060).