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
Trey Powers: LHP/OF, (2027) Saint Ignatius, OH. 5-foot-10, 160-pound sturdy frame. (74.7 mph bat speed average). (18.6 mph hand speed average). Began in a tall stance with an active load, then used a big leg kick. Bat speed is quick, exhibits an uphill swing plane and good extension on his finish. Was able to create loud contact and found some barrels. Aggressive approach. Advanced on the mound, showing good arm speed he had a high ¾ arm angle and a moderate arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses easy effort. In his delivery his balance point is tall with even in line shoulders. Lands square with a clean finish. (Max spin 2402; Avg 2319).
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Trey Powers: LHP/OF, (2027) Saint Ignatius, OH. 5-foot-10, 160-pound sturdy frame. (74.7 mph bat speed average). (18.6 mph hand speed average). Began in a tall stance with an active load, then used a big leg kick. Bat speed is quick, exhibits an uphill swing plane and good extension on his finish. Was able to create loud contact and found some barrels. Aggressive approach. Advanced on the mound, showing good arm speed he had a high ¾ arm angle and a moderate arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses easy effort. In his delivery his balance point is tall with even in line shoulders. Lands square with a clean finish. (Max spin 2402; Avg 2319).