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
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Nathan Leininger: RHP/1B, (2022) Olentangy Liberty, OH. 6-foot-4, 180-pound projectable frame. Capable at the plate, Leininger recorded an exit velocity of 81 mph. Begins in an athletic stance with a smooth controlled load, then uses a short stride. Had average bat speed. Found some barrels during his rounds. Capable while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 77 mph; had a natural exchange, average footwork, and consistent hands. Projectable on the mound, showed good arm speed, also used a short arm action and a ¾ arm angle. Slow-tempo type pitcher and uses some effort. Showed a tall balance point. Shows a clean finish. Changeup (75-77 mph), slider (74-76 mph).Produced a fastball that came in at 83-85 mph.
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Nathan Leininger: RHP/1B, (2022) Olentangy Liberty, OH. 6-foot-4, 180-pound projectable frame. Capable at the plate, Leininger recorded an exit velocity of 81 mph. Begins in an athletic stance with a smooth controlled load, then uses a short stride. Had average bat speed. Found some barrels during his rounds. Capable while in the infield, made throws at velocities up to 77 mph; had a natural exchange, average footwork, and consistent hands. Projectable on the mound, showed good arm speed, also used a short arm action and a ¾ arm angle. Slow-tempo type pitcher and uses some effort. Showed a tall balance point. Shows a clean finish. Changeup (75-77 mph), slider (74-76 mph).Produced a fastball that came in at 83-85 mph.