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
Physical: 5-foot-11, 175 pounds; Athletic, proportional build. Pitching: Uses a glove side setup while using a side step. Belt high leg drive with shoulders above the hips. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Short take back while showing no restrictions; standard 3/4 slot. Square to the plate with finish. FB: Peak velo of 86 MPH, while sitting 82-86 MPH; arm side run. CB: 67-71 MPH; showed depth. CH: 80 MPH; runs. Good looking arm, shorter arm action and a lively FB with high spin, high IVB and plus run. Plus movement offspeeds.
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Physical: 5-foot-11, 175 pounds; Athletic, proportional build.
Pitching: Uses a glove side setup while using a side step. Belt high leg drive with shoulders above the hips. Has a moderate stride landing inline with the plate. Short take back while showing no restrictions; standard 3/4 slot. Square to the plate with finish. FB: Peak velo of 86 MPH, while sitting 82-86 MPH; arm side run. CB: 67-71 MPH; showed depth. CH: 80 MPH; runs. Good looking arm, shorter arm action and a lively FB with high spin, high IVB and plus run. Plus movement offspeeds.