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.
Jose Ortiz: 1B/LHP, (2025) Wayne, OH. 5-foot-7, 180-pound. (66.2 mph bat speed average). (20.2 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced strong stance with a quick load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed was quick, showed a simple upward swing plane and high finish. Solid in the infield, displayed a velocity of 75 mph; shows a natural exchange, consistent feet, and sure hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Had a quick arm action and a high ¾ slot. On the mound, used a high ¾ arm angle with a compact arm action while showing some arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows some effort. Had slight running action. (Max spin 2237; Avg 2140). Throws a 2/8 slider with some action. (Max spin 2086; Avg 2001).
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Jose Ortiz: 1B/LHP, (2025) Wayne, OH. 5-foot-7, 180-pound. (66.2 mph bat speed average). (20.2 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced strong stance with a quick load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed was quick, showed a simple upward swing plane and high finish. Solid in the infield, displayed a velocity of 75 mph; shows a natural exchange, consistent feet, and sure hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Had a quick arm action and a high ¾ slot. On the mound, used a high ¾ arm angle with a compact arm action while showing some arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher and shows some effort. Had slight running action. (Max spin 2237; Avg 2140). Throws a 2/8 slider with some action. (Max spin 2086; Avg 2001).