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
6-foot, 190-pound solid frame. Capable in the box, the left-handed hitter recorded an exit velocity of 81 mph. Starts in a crouched open stance with a controlled load, then uses a short stride. Has a level swing plane and average bat speed. Barreled up some balls during the round. Line drive approach. Solid on the mound, uses an short arm action with a ¾ arm angle. Slow-tempo type pitcher who uses some effort. Lands open with a recoil finish. Curveball (65-66 mph), changeup (70-71 mph).Sat with his fastball at 75-77 mph.
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6-foot, 190-pound solid frame. Capable in the box, the left-handed hitter recorded an exit velocity of 81 mph. Starts in a crouched open stance with a controlled load, then uses a short stride. Has a level swing plane and average bat speed. Barreled up some balls during the round. Line drive approach. Solid on the mound, uses an short arm action with a ¾ arm angle. Slow-tempo type pitcher who uses some effort. Lands open with a recoil finish. Curveball (65-66 mph), changeup (70-71 mph).Sat with his fastball at 75-77 mph.