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
Landon Bernard: SS/RHP, (2027) Sylvania Southview, OH. 6-foot-1, 150-pound. (55.7 mph bat speed average). (16.6 mph hand speed average). Started in a wide stance with a smooth quick load, then used a short stride. Bat speed is developing, uses a level swing plane and good extension on his finish. In his round he found multiple barrels. Pull side up the middle approach. Behind the plate, his best recorded velocity during throw downs was clocked at 66 mph. While catching, his best recorded throw to second was clocked at 66 mph; he produced a pop time of 2.08-2.20. Athletic on the mound, showed quick arm speed with a ¾ arm angle and a clean arm action. Tall-and-fall type pitcher and uses some effort. Showed athletic tall balance point and downhill shoulders. Lands open with a falling off finish. (Max spin 1993; Avg 1914).
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Landon Bernard: SS/RHP, (2027) Sylvania Southview, OH. 6-foot-1, 150-pound. (55.7 mph bat speed average). (16.6 mph hand speed average). Started in a wide stance with a smooth quick load, then used a short stride. Bat speed is developing, uses a level swing plane and good extension on his finish. In his round he found multiple barrels. Pull side up the middle approach. Behind the plate, his best recorded velocity during throw downs was clocked at 66 mph. While catching, his best recorded throw to second was clocked at 66 mph; he produced a pop time of 2.08-2.20. Athletic on the mound, showed quick arm speed with a ¾ arm angle and a clean arm action. Tall-and-fall type pitcher and uses some effort. Showed athletic tall balance point and downhill shoulders. Lands open with a falling off finish. (Max spin 1993; Avg 1914).