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: 5-8, 188 pounds; Full, build. runner in the 60. Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup while using an angled drop step. Belt high leg drive with a slight coil away from the plate. Has a long stride while landing slightly closed. Moderate arm swing while showing some scap load; high 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 81 MPH, while sitting 78-80 MPH; plays up in the zone. CB: 66-69 MPH; early action. CH: 72-75 MPH; runs. High spin efficiency with the FB; up to 90% via trackman.
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Physical: 5-8, 188 pounds; Full, build. runner in the 60.
Pitching: Uses a center rubber setup while using an angled drop step. Belt high leg drive with a slight coil away from the plate. Has a long stride while landing slightly closed. Moderate arm swing while showing some scap load; high 3/4 slot. Spins off 1B side with finish. FB: Peak velo of 81 MPH, while sitting 78-80 MPH; plays up in the zone. CB: 66-69 MPH; early action. CH: 72-75 MPH; runs. High spin efficiency with the FB; up to 90% via trackman.