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
Fastball
Hop+
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
Bobby Walker: OF/RHP, (2022) Ozark, AR. Missouri Commit, 5-foot-11, 160-pound athletic projectable frame. Confident during batting practice, Walker's best exit velocity was 89 mph. Started in a balanced athletic stance with a smooth controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed was above average, displayed a short simple swing plane and good extension on his finish. Found lots of barrels with loud contact. Gap to gap approach. Athletic when throwing from the outfield, he showed off his strong arm with throws at velocities of 91 mph;showed quick fluid feet, a clean natural exchange, and sure consistent hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were quick. Consistent accuracy to the bases, used a quick arm action with an-over-the-top slot. On the mound, Produced a fastball that came in at 85-88 mph; has a straight fastball that shows late action and consistent control. Had in the zone command and tight action on his 11/5 curveball (70-73). Has a heavy changeup (83-83) that shows sinking action and arm side command.
Hit: (RHH) Started in a balanced athletic stance with a smooth controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Above average bat speed. Good extension on his finish, short simple swing. Gap to gap approach.
Power: 89 mph exit velocity, average 80.73 mph.
Defense: (OF) Sure consistent hands, quick fluid footwork, clean natural exchange. Athletic. Laterally, movements were quick and fielded the ball out front.
Player Spotlight
Bobby Walker: OF/RHP, (2022) Ozark, AR. Missouri Commit, 5-foot-11, 160-pound athletic projectable frame. Confident during batting practice, Walker's best exit velocity was 89 mph. Started in a balanced athletic stance with a smooth controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Bat speed was above average, displayed a short simple swing plane and good extension on his finish. Found lots of barrels with loud contact. Gap to gap approach. Athletic when throwing from the outfield, he showed off his strong arm with throws at velocities of 91 mph;showed quick fluid feet, a clean natural exchange, and sure consistent hands. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were quick. Consistent accuracy to the bases, used a quick arm action with an-over-the-top slot. On the mound, Produced a fastball that came in at 85-88 mph; has a straight fastball that shows late action and consistent control. Had in the zone command and tight action on his 11/5 curveball (70-73). Has a heavy changeup (83-83) that shows sinking action and arm side command.
Scout Evaluation
Bobby Walker, Ozark, 2022, AR
Position: OF/RHP
Body: 5-foot-11, 160-pound athletic projectable frame.
Hit: (RHH) Started in a balanced athletic stance with a smooth controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Above average bat speed. Good extension on his finish, short simple swing. Gap to gap approach.
Power: 89 mph exit velocity, average 80.73 mph.
Defense: (OF) Sure consistent hands, quick fluid footwork, clean natural exchange. Athletic. Laterally, movements were quick and fielded the ball out front.
Arm: 91 mph outfield velocity. Quick arm action, an-over-the-top slot, consistent accuracy.
FB: T88. 85-88 mph. (Max spin 2334; Avg 2235). Consistent accuracy, late action, straight movement.
CB: 70-73 mph. In the zone command, tight action, 11/5 shape. (Max spin 2182; Avg 2108).
CH: 83-83 mph. Arm side command, sinking action, heavy movement.