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
Physical: 5-foot-11, 148 pounds; Proportional, slender build. Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup while using a side step. Belt high leg drive with a slight lean over the belt. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Long arm swing while arm stays in line with 2B; high 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 78 MPH, while sitting 77 - 78 MPH; straight action. CB: 69 - 70 MPH; showed depth. SL: 69 MPH; tilting break. CH: 70 - 72 MPH; maintains same plain.
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Physical: 5-foot-11, 148 pounds; Proportional, slender build.
Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup while using a side step. Belt high leg drive with a slight lean over the belt. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Long arm swing while arm stays in line with 2B; high 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 78 MPH, while sitting 77 - 78 MPH; straight action. CB: 69 - 70 MPH; showed depth. SL: 69 MPH; tilting break. CH: 70 - 72 MPH; maintains same plain.