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.
Fastball
Hop+
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
6-1, 195-pound right-handed pitcher. 86-89 at Lakepoint, up to 91 in the spring. Mainly a two pitch mix FB/CB with +avg spin on both. Command and feel for spin is developing.
Ben Hanley: RHP, (2026) Mason, OH. 6-foot, 185-pound. Projectable on the mound, showed quick arm speed, he had an over-the-top arm angle with a short compact arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows some effort. Has downhill shoulder with a tall strong balance point. Lands square with an athletic finish. (Max spin 2577; Avg 2442).
1/29/23
Ben Hanley: RHP/3B, (2026) William Mason, OH. 6-foot, 180-pound. Solid on the mound, showing consistent arm speed he had a compact arm action and a high ¾ arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses easy effort. Tall balance point with downhill shoulders. Lands soft with balanced finish. Had slight running action. (Max spin 2539; Avg 2399). Had gradual action on his 11/5 curveball. (Max spin 2836; Avg 2750).
7/26/22
Another advanced two-way talent for Ohio. In the box it's simple mechanically before showing well above average burst through the zone. Path is efficient, playing to both gaps w/natural spin. Run producer upside. Defensively he appears to be sure-handed over at the hot corner w/feel for the position. It's early but looks most at home on the mound. T83, arm works - shows well above arm speed for class. CB has later, sharp action w/signs of swing and miss down the road.
6/01/21
Ben Hanley: RHP/3B, (2026) William Mason, OH. 5-foot-8, 140-pound athletic frame. In the box, the right-handed hitter recorded an exit velocity of 75 mph. Started in an athletic stance with a smooth quick load, then used a big leg kick stride. Bat speed is average, exhibits a level swing plane and level finish. Athletic while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 73 mph; shows a packing exchange, athletic developing feet, and sure developing hands. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. On the mound, showed good arm speed, he had a long arm action with a ¾ arm angle. Up-tempo type pitcher who uses some effort. Has an athletic balance point. Threw his fastball 73-75 mph; has arm side control and running action. (Max spin 2136; Avg 2097). Throws a 11/5 curveball (64-67) that has gradual action. (Max spin 2390; Avg 2376). Shows arm side control and fading action on his changeup (63-66).
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Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 6-0, 190-pounds.
Hit: RHH
Arm: RH.
Ben Hanley: RHP, (2026) Mason, OH. 6-foot, 185-pound. Projectable on the mound, showed quick arm speed, he had an over-the-top arm angle with a short compact arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows some effort. Has downhill shoulder with a tall strong balance point. Lands square with an athletic finish. (Max spin 2577; Avg 2442).
Ben Hanley: RHP/3B, (2026) William Mason, OH. 6-foot, 180-pound. Solid on the mound, showing consistent arm speed he had a compact arm action and a high ¾ arm angle. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses easy effort. Tall balance point with downhill shoulders. Lands soft with balanced finish. Had slight running action. (Max spin 2539; Avg 2399). Had gradual action on his 11/5 curveball. (Max spin 2836; Avg 2750).
Another advanced two-way talent for Ohio. In the box it's simple mechanically before showing well above average burst through the zone. Path is efficient, playing to both gaps w/natural spin. Run producer upside. Defensively he appears to be sure-handed over at the hot corner w/feel for the position. It's early but looks most at home on the mound. T83, arm works - shows well above arm speed for class. CB has later, sharp action w/signs of swing and miss down the road.
Ben Hanley: RHP/3B, (2026) William Mason, OH. 5-foot-8, 140-pound athletic frame. In the box, the right-handed hitter recorded an exit velocity of 75 mph. Started in an athletic stance with a smooth quick load, then used a big leg kick stride. Bat speed is average, exhibits a level swing plane and level finish. Athletic while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 73 mph; shows a packing exchange, athletic developing feet, and sure developing hands. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. On the mound, showed good arm speed, he had a long arm action with a ¾ arm angle. Up-tempo type pitcher who uses some effort. Has an athletic balance point. Threw his fastball 73-75 mph; has arm side control and running action. (Max spin 2136; Avg 2097). Throws a 11/5 curveball (64-67) that has gradual action. (Max spin 2390; Avg 2376). Shows arm side control and fading action on his changeup (63-66).