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
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Conor Lutz: RHP/OF, (2027) St. Francis De Sales, OH. 6-foot, 150-pound. Projectable on the mound, had an over-the-top arm angle and a loose consistent arm action with quick arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Has an athletic balance point and in line shoulders. Lands square with balanced finish. (Max spin 1867; Avg 1802).
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Conor Lutz: RHP/OF, (2027) St. Francis De Sales, OH. 6-foot, 150-pound. Projectable on the mound, had an over-the-top arm angle and a loose consistent arm action with quick arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Has an athletic balance point and in line shoulders. Lands square with balanced finish. (Max spin 1867; Avg 1802).