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
SS/RHP, (2024) Pickerington North, OH. 6-foot, 175-pound. (66.1 mph bat speed average). (18.6 mph hand speed average). Started in an athletic strong stance with a controlled load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed was present, used a short simple swing plane and good extension on his finish. Solid in the infield, recorded a position velocity of 77 mph; had consistent footwork, a natural exchange, and soft hands. Movements laterally were athletic and he fields the ball out front. Used a high ¾ slot with a quick arm action. On the mound, showing consistent arm speed he had a loose arm action with a high ¾ arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses easy effort. Had slight running action. (Max spin 2002; Avg 1817). Has some gradual action on his 11/5 curveball. (Max spin 2097; Avg 1849).
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SS/RHP, (2024) Pickerington North, OH. 6-foot, 175-pound. (66.1 mph bat speed average). (18.6 mph hand speed average). Started in an athletic strong stance with a controlled load, then used a quick stride. Bat speed was present, used a short simple swing plane and good extension on his finish. Solid in the infield, recorded a position velocity of 77 mph; had consistent footwork, a natural exchange, and soft hands. Movements laterally were athletic and he fields the ball out front. Used a high ¾ slot with a quick arm action. On the mound, showing consistent arm speed he had a loose arm action with a high ¾ arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses easy effort. Had slight running action. (Max spin 2002; Avg 1817). Has some gradual action on his 11/5 curveball. (Max spin 2097; Avg 1849).