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
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Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
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Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Benjamin Applebee, North Gwinnett (GA), 2025 Positional Profile: RHP/2B Body: 6-1, 176-pounds. Delivery: Smooth, calm mechanics from the stretch. Arm Action: RH. Over the top. FB: T84, 80-84 mph. Natural cut, heavy. T2226, 2019 average rpm. SL: 72-76 mph. Sneaky sweeper with sharp spin. T2412, 2235 average rpm.
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Positional Profile: RHP/2B
Body: 6-1, 176-pounds.
Delivery: Smooth, calm mechanics from the stretch.
Arm Action: RH. Over the top.
FB: T84, 80-84 mph. Natural cut, heavy. T2226, 2019 average rpm.
SL: 72-76 mph. Sneaky sweeper with sharp spin. T2412, 2235 average rpm.