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.
Robbie Ritch: RHP/3B, (2022) Hilliard Bradley, OH. 6-foot-1, 215-pound. Solid during batting practice, Ritch displayed an exit velocity of 94 mph, Top 2 velo of the day. Starts in a tall open stance with a smooth controlled load, then uses a short stride. Bat speed was quick. Created some loud contact and found multiple barrels. Gap to gap approach. Solid in the infield, displayed a velocity of 73 mph; showed consistent feet, consistent hands, and a natural exchange. Solid on the mound, has an compact arm action with a high ¾ arm angle. Feel type pitcher who shows some effort. Athletic balance point. Has a clean finish. Curveball (64-65 mph), changeup (68-69 mph).Sat with his fastball at 74-77 mph.
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Robbie Ritch: RHP/3B, (2022) Hilliard Bradley, OH. 6-foot-1, 215-pound. Solid during batting practice, Ritch displayed an exit velocity of 94 mph, Top 2 velo of the day. Starts in a tall open stance with a smooth controlled load, then uses a short stride. Bat speed was quick. Created some loud contact and found multiple barrels. Gap to gap approach. Solid in the infield, displayed a velocity of 73 mph; showed consistent feet, consistent hands, and a natural exchange. Solid on the mound, has an compact arm action with a high ¾ arm angle. Feel type pitcher who shows some effort. Athletic balance point. Has a clean finish. Curveball (64-65 mph), changeup (68-69 mph).Sat with his fastball at 74-77 mph.