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: Large and projectable 6-foot-3, 235-pound frame with plenty of strength throughout the build.
Pitching: LHP - Works from the right side of the rubber from the stretch only utilizing a quick leg lift with hip coil at the top of the stack getting crossfire on the land from a loose and whippy, ¾ slot that releases behind left-handed hitters. The fastball showed arm-side run and a tough angle at 78-81 T82 mph with a max of 2039 spin per Trackman Baseball. Mixed in a 66-68 mph CB with 1/7 shape and 2200 spin allowing for swing and miss ability moving forward. Commanded a 72-74 mph CH at near fastball arm speed creating deception while also getting low spin on it, a combination that breeds success.
6/25/19
A projectable, physical 6-foot-3,235 pounds. Pitching- The LHP works mainly from the right side of the rubber and displayed a repeatable delivery and a projectable arm. Has a loose arm action from a ¾ arm slot. FB has late life and peaked at 82 MPH. FB ranged from 79-80 MPH. CB has sharp late break at 67-68 MPH. The 2021 LHP has tons of upside and is one to follow.
2.18.19
A big strong 6-foot-3, 235 pounds frame. Pitching- The LHP has a repeatable delivery. Uses a high leg kick, closed front side before driving downhill with a crossfire arm action. The arm is loose. FB (80 MPH) has late life and has downward tilt. CB (62-64 MPH) has a tight spin and sweeping action. Feel for a CH (68-69 MPH). The LHP has a high ceiling. The 2021 graduate is a must follow.
CNY ASG (September 30, 2018)
Large pitching frame with wide upper body. 6-foot-3, 210-pounds. Pitching – Deliberate tempo/pace to delivery. High leg lift before getting into cross action forward stride. Creates tough angle and deception, especially for LHH. Consistently keeps front side closed at landing. Strong lower half. Smooth, loose arm action with long takeaway. Finishes with extension out at release point.
June 2018
Big frame that stands 6-foot-3 weighing 210 pounds. From the wind up Chris sets up on the left side of the mound, takes a slight rocker step into a slight leg tuck to his chest. Closes off some but helps with hiding the ball. FB was 72-74 topped out at 75 MPH. Showed use of his cutter down in the zone. The breaking ball had sweeping slider like movement coming in at 63-67. CH sat 66-68. Painted corners down in the zone resulting in weak ground ball outs.
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Physical: Large and projectable 6-foot-3, 235-pound frame with plenty of strength throughout the build.
Pitching: LHP - Works from the right side of the rubber from the stretch only utilizing a quick leg lift with hip coil at the top of the stack getting crossfire on the land from a loose and whippy, ¾ slot that releases behind left-handed hitters. The fastball showed arm-side run and a tough angle at 78-81 T82 mph with a max of 2039 spin per Trackman Baseball. Mixed in a 66-68 mph CB with 1/7 shape and 2200 spin allowing for swing and miss ability moving forward. Commanded a 72-74 mph CH at near fastball arm speed creating deception while also getting low spin on it, a combination that breeds success.
A projectable, physical 6-foot-3,235 pounds. Pitching- The LHP works mainly from the right side of the rubber and displayed a repeatable delivery and a projectable arm. Has a loose arm action from a ¾ arm slot. FB has late life and peaked at 82 MPH. FB ranged from 79-80 MPH. CB has sharp late break at 67-68 MPH. The 2021 LHP has tons of upside and is one to follow.
2.18.19
A big strong 6-foot-3, 235 pounds frame. Pitching- The LHP has a repeatable delivery. Uses a high leg kick, closed front side before driving downhill with a crossfire arm action. The arm is loose. FB (80 MPH) has late life and has downward tilt. CB (62-64 MPH) has a tight spin and sweeping action. Feel for a CH (68-69 MPH). The LHP has a high ceiling. The 2021 graduate is a must follow.
CNY ASG (September 30, 2018)
Large pitching frame with wide upper body. 6-foot-3, 210-pounds. Pitching – Deliberate tempo/pace to delivery. High leg lift before getting into cross action forward stride. Creates tough angle and deception, especially for LHH. Consistently keeps front side closed at landing. Strong lower half. Smooth, loose arm action with long takeaway. Finishes with extension out at release point.
June 2018
Big frame that stands 6-foot-3 weighing 210 pounds. From the wind up Chris sets up on the left side of the mound, takes a slight rocker step into a slight leg tuck to his chest. Closes off some but helps with hiding the ball. FB was 72-74 topped out at 75 MPH. Showed use of his cutter down in the zone. The breaking ball had sweeping slider like movement coming in at 63-67. CH sat 66-68. Painted corners down in the zone resulting in weak ground ball outs.