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
Juan Lamboy: RHP/3B, (2026) Troy HS, OH. 5-foot-8, 130-pound lean athletic frame. Starts in a balanced crouched stance with a quick load, then uses a short stride. Bat speed is average, shows a simple swing plane and high finish. He barreled up a few balls with some loud contact. Pull side approach. Fluid confident in the infield, his best throw was registered at 63 mph; has developing feet, a developing exchange, and raw hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Consistent accuracy to the bag, used a ¾ slot with a long arm action. Smooth on the mound, showed developing arm speed, also used a ¾ arm angle and a loose arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows some effort. Even shoulders and a strong balance point. Lands square with an athletic finish. Had glove side control and slight cutting action with flat movement. (Max spin 1884; Avg 1784).
Draft Reports
Contact
Premium Content Area
To unlock contact information, you need to purchase a ScoutPLUS subscription.
Juan Lamboy: RHP/3B, (2026) Troy HS, OH. 5-foot-8, 130-pound lean athletic frame. Starts in a balanced crouched stance with a quick load, then uses a short stride. Bat speed is average, shows a simple swing plane and high finish. He barreled up a few balls with some loud contact. Pull side approach. Fluid confident in the infield, his best throw was registered at 63 mph; has developing feet, a developing exchange, and raw hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Consistent accuracy to the bag, used a ¾ slot with a long arm action. Smooth on the mound, showed developing arm speed, also used a ¾ arm angle and a loose arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows some effort. Even shoulders and a strong balance point. Lands square with an athletic finish. Had glove side control and slight cutting action with flat movement. (Max spin 1884; Avg 1784).