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
Positional Profile: RHP Physical: 5-11, 145-pounds; Average frame with lean body composition. Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup while using a side step. Belt high leg drive with shoulders outside the hips. Has a long stride landing inline with the plate. Long arm swing while stabbing downward; high/over the top slot. Square to the plate with finish. FB: Peak velo of 70 MPH, while sitting 68-69 MPH; straight action. CB: 63-65 MPH; slurve-like action. Uses hesitation in delivery to create some disruption of timing for hitters, strike-throwing approach, was around the zone.
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Positional Profile: RHP
Physical: 5-11, 145-pounds; Average frame with lean body composition.
Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup while using a side step. Belt high leg drive with shoulders outside the hips. Has a long stride landing inline with the plate. Long arm swing while stabbing downward; high/over the top slot. Square to the plate with finish. FB: Peak velo of 70 MPH, while sitting 68-69 MPH; straight action. CB: 63-65 MPH; slurve-like action. Uses hesitation in delivery to create some disruption of timing for hitters, strike-throwing approach, was around the zone.