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.
Pitching - Long, lanky & projectable frame at 6-foot-2, 170 pounds. Sound delivery with repeatable mechanics. Stays tall while getting into high leg kick before separating hands and getting down the mound. Slight bend on back knee as he works towards his target. Glove side keeps front side closed in until landing. Short stride helps him create leverage/angle on his offerings and forces his arm to speed up. Brief start & stop action with his takeaway but there’s plenty of hand speed to catch up with his body and he avoids wrapping the ball. Throws all of his offerings with consistent intent. Missed some time with a non-throwing shoulder injury. Looks poised to add strength to his frame and make a jump this upcoming season.
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Pitching - Long, lanky & projectable frame at 6-foot-2, 170 pounds. Sound delivery with repeatable mechanics. Stays tall while getting into high leg kick before separating hands and getting down the mound. Slight bend on back knee as he works towards his target. Glove side keeps front side closed in until landing. Short stride helps him create leverage/angle on his offerings and forces his arm to speed up. Brief start & stop action with his takeaway but there’s plenty of hand speed to catch up with his body and he avoids wrapping the ball. Throws all of his offerings with consistent intent. Missed some time with a non-throwing shoulder injury. Looks poised to add strength to his frame and make a jump this upcoming season.