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
Ben Baracz: SS/RHP, (2025) North Royalton, OH. 6-foot, 179-pound. (65.4 mph bat speed average). (20.0 mph hand speed average). Started in an athletic quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed is quick, exhibits a level swing plane and balanced finish. Solid while in the infield, made throws up to 80 mph; showed consistent feet, sure hands, and a natural exchange. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Used a high ¾ slot with a quick arm action. On the mound, showing consistent arm speed he used a high ¾ arm angle and a loose arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and uses some effort. Shows slight running action. (Max spin 2183; Avg 2064). His 10/4 slider shows late action. (Max spin 1936; Avg 1875).
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Ben Baracz: SS/RHP, (2025) North Royalton, OH. 6-foot, 179-pound. (65.4 mph bat speed average). (20.0 mph hand speed average). Started in an athletic quiet stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed is quick, exhibits a level swing plane and balanced finish. Solid while in the infield, made throws up to 80 mph; showed consistent feet, sure hands, and a natural exchange. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Used a high ¾ slot with a quick arm action. On the mound, showing consistent arm speed he used a high ¾ arm angle and a loose arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and uses some effort. Shows slight running action. (Max spin 2183; Avg 2064). His 10/4 slider shows late action. (Max spin 1936; Avg 1875).