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
Luke Carnegis: OF/RHP, (2022) Dayton Christian, OH. 5-foot-7, 129-pound. In the box, Carnegis recorded an exit velocity of 82 mph. Starts in an athletic wide stance with a smooth compact load, then uses a short controlled stride. Bat speed is developing, displays an upward short swing plane and good extension on his finish. In the outfield, his best throws to the infield topped out at 71 mph; showed a quick exchange, soft sure hands, and athletic feet. Glovework was used out front. Solid on the mound, had developing arm speed with a loose arm action. Feel type pitcher and shows easy effort. Sat with his fastball at 65-66 mph. Has tailing running action. (Max spin 1687; Avg 1560). His 11/5 curveball (51-56) shows gradual action. (Max spin 1646; Avg 1577). He shows sweeping action on his slider (56-57). (Max spin 1599; Avg 1587).
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Luke Carnegis: OF/RHP, (2022) Dayton Christian, OH. 5-foot-7, 129-pound. In the box, Carnegis recorded an exit velocity of 82 mph. Starts in an athletic wide stance with a smooth compact load, then uses a short controlled stride. Bat speed is developing, displays an upward short swing plane and good extension on his finish. In the outfield, his best throws to the infield topped out at 71 mph; showed a quick exchange, soft sure hands, and athletic feet. Glovework was used out front. Solid on the mound, had developing arm speed with a loose arm action. Feel type pitcher and shows easy effort. Sat with his fastball at 65-66 mph. Has tailing running action. (Max spin 1687; Avg 1560). His 11/5 curveball (51-56) shows gradual action. (Max spin 1646; Avg 1577). He shows sweeping action on his slider (56-57). (Max spin 1599; Avg 1587).