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.
Big body with strong lower half and shows confidence on the field. Great tempo to release and balances leg kick. OT release. FB 78-81.8, pounded the zone and had ability to locate in/out, up/down. CB 64-65 with 12/6 action and has potential. CH 73-75, very good arm speed. Has shown mid 80’s FB. Can see velo jump as he gains strength and refines mechanics. Lots of potential.
4/26/21
Smith showed potential as right-handed pitcher with a big, projectable with frame. The fastball was up to 83.5mph with a controlled delivery with good tempo to release. The Valor Christian righty can refine his offspeed stuff. Plenty of potential on the mound.
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Big body with strong lower half and shows confidence on the field. Great tempo to release and balances leg kick. OT release. FB 78-81.8, pounded the zone and had ability to locate in/out, up/down. CB 64-65 with 12/6 action and has potential. CH 73-75, very good arm speed. Has shown mid 80’s FB. Can see velo jump as he gains strength and refines mechanics. Lots of potential.
Smith showed potential as right-handed pitcher with a big, projectable with frame. The fastball was up to 83.5mph with a controlled delivery with good tempo to release. The Valor Christian righty can refine his offspeed stuff. Plenty of potential on the mound.