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
Fastball
Hop+
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.
Physical: Tall, Wiry frame at 6-foot-8, 215LBS. Projectable build. Penn State Commit.
Pitching: Controlled rocker step working into a high leg lift. Hands remain neutral throughout the lift at chest height. Sinks into backside as lead leg works out and around towards the plate. 3/4 release point with plenty of extension towards the plate. Whippy arm action. Long levers makes for an uncomfortable at bat. FB sat 88-89 with some ASR. Mixed in a SL and CH, with an increased feel for the pitches compared to previous outings.
6/15/20
Physical: 6-foot-8, 200 pounds; Long, projectable frame. Pitching: Short side step into a high leg lift before driving out in line to a balanced, repeatable follow through. Long, whippy arm action with avg. extension over 6 ft.. FB: T 84-88 MPH, 84-88 MPH. Life through the zone with avg. arm side run of 11.6 in. CB: 69-80 MPH. Tends to back up with 11-5 shape. CH: 72-78 MPH; Good hand speed with avg. arm side fade of 6.3 in.
2/23/20
6-foot-8, 195-pound right-handed pitcher keeps making impressive strides in velocity and command of his lengthy frame. On this date his fastball sat 87-88 while topping at 89 mph from a long, whippy arm action. Curveball showed short break at 76-77 and changeup showed average command at 78-79. Intriguing prospect creates comfort issues for hitters with his length and delivery.
2/16/19
2.16.19 - 6-foot-7, 165-pound righty has added significant velocity in the past year and has plenty of room to add to his long, projectable frame. He sat 81-85 from a high 3/4 arm slot with lots of parts coming at the hitter. Repeats long arm motion well and stays on top routinely with significant arm-side run. Also showcased a curveball with 11/5 rotation at 69-72 and a changeup at near fastball arm speed that sat 69-70. Definite follow in this class with a chance to throw very hard in the near future.
9/23/18
6-foot-6. 160-pound primary pitcher sat 77-79 from a high 3/4 arm slot with a short in back, long out front arm action. Projectable, athletic frame has room for significant strength gains and velocity spikes are likely in the coming years. Curveball has slider shape at 66-69. Changeup is thrown with good sell at 69-70.
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Physical: Tall, Wiry frame at 6-foot-8, 215LBS. Projectable build. Penn State Commit.
Pitching: Controlled rocker step working into a high leg lift. Hands remain neutral throughout the lift at chest height. Sinks into backside as lead leg works out and around towards the plate. 3/4 release point with plenty of extension towards the plate. Whippy arm action. Long levers makes for an uncomfortable at bat. FB sat 88-89 with some ASR. Mixed in a SL and CH, with an increased feel for the pitches compared to previous outings.
Physical: 6-foot-8, 200 pounds; Long, projectable frame.
Pitching: Short side step into a high leg lift before driving out in line to a balanced, repeatable follow through. Long, whippy arm action with avg. extension over 6 ft.. FB: T 84-88 MPH, 84-88 MPH. Life through the zone with avg. arm side run of 11.6 in. CB: 69-80 MPH. Tends to back up with 11-5 shape. CH: 72-78 MPH; Good hand speed with avg. arm side fade of 6.3 in.
6-foot-8, 195-pound right-handed pitcher keeps making impressive strides in velocity and command of his lengthy frame. On this date his fastball sat 87-88 while topping at 89 mph from a long, whippy arm action. Curveball showed short break at 76-77 and changeup showed average command at 78-79. Intriguing prospect creates comfort issues for hitters with his length and delivery.
2.16.19 - 6-foot-7, 165-pound righty has added significant velocity in the past year and has plenty of room to add to his long, projectable frame. He sat 81-85 from a high 3/4 arm slot with lots of parts coming at the hitter. Repeats long arm motion well and stays on top routinely with significant arm-side run. Also showcased a curveball with 11/5 rotation at 69-72 and a changeup at near fastball arm speed that sat 69-70. Definite follow in this class with a chance to throw very hard in the near future.
6-foot-6. 160-pound primary pitcher sat 77-79 from a high 3/4 arm slot with a short in back, long out front arm action. Projectable, athletic frame has room for significant strength gains and velocity spikes are likely in the coming years. Curveball has slider shape at 66-69. Changeup is thrown with good sell at 69-70.