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.
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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
Austin Sustersic: SS/RHP, (2027) Cloverleaf, OH. 5-foot-6, 160-pound lean frame. (54.3 mph bat speed average). (16.6 mph hand speed average). Began in a narrow pre-loaded stance with a compact load, then used a short stride. Bat speed is explosive, uses a simple swing plane and level finish. Created a lot of loud contact and found lots of barrels. Up the middle approach. Smooth while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 62 mph; showed a fluid exchange, developing feet, and soft hands. Laterally, movements were developing and fielded the ball out front. Used a loose arm action and a ¾ slot while showing decent accuracy to the base. Athletic advanced on the mound, showed quick arm speed with a ¾ arm angle and a clean arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows high effort. Showed consistent balance point and in line shoulders. Lands square with an athletic finish. (Max spin 1714; Avg 1687).
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Austin Sustersic: SS/RHP, (2027) Cloverleaf, OH. 5-foot-6, 160-pound lean frame. (54.3 mph bat speed average). (16.6 mph hand speed average). Began in a narrow pre-loaded stance with a compact load, then used a short stride. Bat speed is explosive, uses a simple swing plane and level finish. Created a lot of loud contact and found lots of barrels. Up the middle approach. Smooth while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 62 mph; showed a fluid exchange, developing feet, and soft hands. Laterally, movements were developing and fielded the ball out front. Used a loose arm action and a ¾ slot while showing decent accuracy to the base. Athletic advanced on the mound, showed quick arm speed with a ¾ arm angle and a clean arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows high effort. Showed consistent balance point and in line shoulders. Lands square with an athletic finish. (Max spin 1714; Avg 1687).