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
Tall and projectable frame at 6-foot-3, 170-pounds. Threw exclusively from the stretch, setting up on the first base side of the rubber with his feet completely closed off. Hands stay locked in position until he hits his balance point. High, quick leg kick. Delays his hand break slightly, creates deception. Long, whippy arm action. High 3/4 slot. Good extension plays up his FB, which sat 82-84 MPH this day. CB was plus at times, showing bite at the bottom of the zone at 72-73 MPH. CH with fade at 71-72 MPH.
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Tall and projectable frame at 6-foot-3, 170-pounds. Threw exclusively from the stretch, setting up on the first base side of the rubber with his feet completely closed off. Hands stay locked in position until he hits his balance point. High, quick leg kick. Delays his hand break slightly, creates deception. Long, whippy arm action. High 3/4 slot. Good extension plays up his FB, which sat 82-84 MPH this day. CB was plus at times, showing bite at the bottom of the zone at 72-73 MPH. CH with fade at 71-72 MPH.