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
Joe Swain: RHP/1B, (2023) Avon Lake HS, OH. 6-foot-2, 175-pound projectable frame. On the mound, showed a long arm action and a ¾ arm angle with good arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Showed an athletic balance point. Threw his fastball 77-80 mph; has arm side command and running action. Shows a 11/5 curveball (68-71) with plus action. Showed arm side control and fading action on his changeup (73-74).
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Joe Swain: RHP/1B, (2023) Avon Lake HS, OH. 6-foot-2, 175-pound projectable frame. On the mound, showed a long arm action and a ¾ arm angle with good arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Showed an athletic balance point. Threw his fastball 77-80 mph; has arm side command and running action. Shows a 11/5 curveball (68-71) with plus action. Showed arm side control and fading action on his changeup (73-74).