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
Ethan Connor: LHP/LHP, (2024) New Boston Huron, MI. 6-foot-1, 140-pound. Projectable solid on the mound, showed a quick arm action and a high ¾ arm angle with good arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Displays even shoulders with an athletic balance point. Lands square with upright falling off finish. (Max spin 2041; Avg 1966).
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Ethan Connor: LHP/LHP, (2024) New Boston Huron, MI. 6-foot-1, 140-pound. Projectable solid on the mound, showed a quick arm action and a high ¾ arm angle with good arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Displays even shoulders with an athletic balance point. Lands square with upright falling off finish. (Max spin 2041; Avg 1966).