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.
Physical Profile/Projection: 6-2, 195lbs. Large proportional frame. Lean strength, additional development potential.
Delivery/Mechanics: Smooth rocker step tempo to a balance point just above the belt. Drop and drive delivery. Deep stabbing take away with a full arm arc on the back side and uphill shoulders. Lands slightly open of his line, square chest. Works through an H3Q arm slot with good extension. Balanced follow through. Moderate effort in the delivery.
FB: FB 84 mph with 2212 avg. spin rate. Located around the zone with the pitch. Ball jumped out of the hand. Running action when located to the arm side, straight action to the glove side.
CB: 76 mph with 2159 avg spin rate. Downer action. Big time potential.
Position: RHP
Physical Profile/Projection: 6-2, 195lbs. Large proportional frame. Lean strength, additional development potential.
Delivery/Mechanics: Smooth rocker step tempo to a balance point just above the belt. Drop and drive delivery. Deep stabbing take away with a full arm arc on the back side and uphill shoulders. Lands slightly open of his line, square chest. Works through an H3Q arm slot with good extension. Balanced follow through. Moderate effort in the delivery.
FB: FB 84 mph with 2212 avg. spin rate. Located around the zone with the pitch. Ball jumped out of the hand. Running action when located to the arm side, straight action to the glove side.
CB: 76 mph with 2159 avg spin rate. Downer action. Big time potential.
CH: 75 mph w/ 2197 avg. spin rate. Flashed heavy tendencies.