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
5-foot-11, 145 pounds with a sloped upper half and room for more weight. Pitched exclusively out of the stretch on this look. Works from the 3rd base side of the rubber. Front leg drives straight up as he stays tall on his backside during leg lift. Hands break down the center of his body. Keeps level shoulders as he works down the slope. Slight cross action at landing. Clean arm path with a straight takeaway. Avoids getting too long or wrapping the ball behind him. Whippy finish out front with aggressive hand speed. Arm action helps him drive the ball downhill and creates easy spin on his breaking ball. Eyes stay on target throughout with a balanced finish.
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5-foot-11, 145 pounds with a sloped upper half and room for more weight. Pitched exclusively out of the stretch on this look. Works from the 3rd base side of the rubber. Front leg drives straight up as he stays tall on his backside during leg lift. Hands break down the center of his body. Keeps level shoulders as he works down the slope. Slight cross action at landing. Clean arm path with a straight takeaway. Avoids getting too long or wrapping the ball behind him. Whippy finish out front with aggressive hand speed. Arm action helps him drive the ball downhill and creates easy spin on his breaking ball. Eyes stay on target throughout with a balanced finish.