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: LHP
Body: 6-4, 205-pounds. Uber-projectable
Delivery: Feel delivery. Inward turn at balance point. In-line shoulders. Square landing, balanced finish.
Arm Action: LH. Quick arm action w/ stab on the backside. OTT slot
FB: T85, 82-84 mph. Armside command. T2107, 2013 average rpm.
CB: 67-68 mph. Short, 2/8 action. T1920, 1855 average rpm.
CH: 72-74 mph. Armside fade. T1417, 1354 average rpm.