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
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Unique... Gunnar showed the ability to throw from a “traditional” arm slot, but also was impressive as a side arm LHP. Long, lean levers with room for strength. Pitches mainly from stretch. High leg-kick and dip to drive delivery with high ¾ release. Fastball 78.5. Also utilizes sub delivery... Fastball 75, Slider 65 in the zone. Can see good potential as situational lefty.
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Unique... Gunnar showed the ability to throw from a “traditional” arm slot, but also was impressive as a side arm LHP. Long, lean levers with room for strength. Pitches mainly from stretch. High leg-kick and dip to drive delivery with high ¾ release. Fastball 78.5. Also utilizes sub delivery... Fastball 75, Slider 65 in the zone. Can see good potential as situational lefty.