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
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Physical: 6-6, 180 pounds; Long, slight build. Pitching: Uses a glove side setup working primarily from the stretch. Belt high leg drive with a slight lean over the belt. Has a long stride while landing slightly closed. Moderate arm swing while showing some scap load; low 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 77 MPH, while sitting 73-77 MPH; arm side run with sink. SL: 62-67 MPH; short action.
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Physical: 6-6, 180 pounds; Long, slight build.
Pitching: Uses a glove side setup working primarily from the stretch. Belt high leg drive with a slight lean over the belt. Has a long stride while landing slightly closed. Moderate arm swing while showing some scap load; low 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 77 MPH, while sitting 73-77 MPH; arm side run with sink. SL: 62-67 MPH; short action.