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
Jackson Gilbert: RHP/OF, (2026) Avondale, MI. 6-foot-2, 185-pound. Capable on the mound, showed consistent arm speed with a high ¾ arm angle and a quick arm action. Drop-and-drive up-tempo type pitcher who uses high effort. Consistent balance point. (Max spin 2586; Avg 2490).
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Jackson Gilbert: RHP/OF, (2026) Avondale, MI. 6-foot-2, 185-pound. Capable on the mound, showed consistent arm speed with a high ¾ arm angle and a quick arm action. Drop-and-drive up-tempo type pitcher who uses high effort. Consistent balance point. (Max spin 2586; Avg 2490).