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 Hanley: RHP/3B, (2026) William Mason, OH. 5-foot-8, 140-pound athletic frame. In the box, the right-handed hitter recorded an exit velocity of 75 mph. Started in an athletic stance with a smooth quick load, then used a big leg kick stride. Bat speed is average, exhibits a level swing plane and level finish. Athletic while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 73 mph; shows a packing exchange, athletic developing feet, and sure developing hands. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. On the mound, showed good arm speed, he had a long arm action with a ¾ arm angle. Up-tempo type pitcher who uses some effort. Has an athletic balance point. Threw his fastball 73-75 mph; has arm side control and running action. (Max spin 2136; Avg 2097). Throws a 11/5 curveball (64-67) that has gradual action. (Max spin 2390; Avg 2376). Shows arm side control and fading action on his changeup (63-66).
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Ben Hanley: RHP/3B, (2026) William Mason, OH. 5-foot-8, 140-pound athletic frame. In the box, the right-handed hitter recorded an exit velocity of 75 mph. Started in an athletic stance with a smooth quick load, then used a big leg kick stride. Bat speed is average, exhibits a level swing plane and level finish. Athletic while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 73 mph; shows a packing exchange, athletic developing feet, and sure developing hands. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. On the mound, showed good arm speed, he had a long arm action with a ¾ arm angle. Up-tempo type pitcher who uses some effort. Has an athletic balance point. Threw his fastball 73-75 mph; has arm side control and running action. (Max spin 2136; Avg 2097). Throws a 11/5 curveball (64-67) that has gradual action. (Max spin 2390; Avg 2376). Shows arm side control and fading action on his changeup (63-66).