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
Austin Payne: RHP, (2024) Strongsville, OH. RHP Commit, 5-foot-9, 135-pound. Solid on the mound, showing consistent arm speed he used a quick arm action and a high ¾ arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows some effort. Displays downhill shoulders with a athletic balance point. Has slight running action.
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Austin Payne: RHP, (2024) Strongsville, OH. RHP Commit, 5-foot-9, 135-pound. Solid on the mound, showing consistent arm speed he used a quick arm action and a high ¾ arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows some effort. Displays downhill shoulders with a athletic balance point. Has slight running action.