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-10, 185 pounds. Width/slope in upper half and proportional frame. Pitched exclusively out of the stretch on this look. Works from the 1st base side of the rubber with slight bend in lower half but mostly upright posture. Uses a quick, abbreviated leg kick & separates hands early. Slight bend on backside as he extends glove side and gets into arm action. Continuous, bent arm path into low 3/4 release. Shoulders stay level throughout. Hips open up and allow him to get clean direction towards target at landing. Average stride length allows him to stay in his legs and speeds up arm as he gets to foot strike. Strong, balanced finish against a firm front side. Controls his decel while staying aggressive out front after release. FB and SL both show life out of hand. SL has tight, consistent shape and flashed depth when thrown at its best. CH gives him a quality 3rd offering.
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5-foot-10, 185 pounds. Width/slope in upper half and proportional frame. Pitched exclusively out of the stretch on this look. Works from the 1st base side of the rubber with slight bend in lower half but mostly upright posture. Uses a quick, abbreviated leg kick & separates hands early. Slight bend on backside as he extends glove side and gets into arm action. Continuous, bent arm path into low 3/4 release. Shoulders stay level throughout. Hips open up and allow him to get clean direction towards target at landing. Average stride length allows him to stay in his legs and speeds up arm as he gets to foot strike. Strong, balanced finish against a firm front side. Controls his decel while staying aggressive out front after release. FB and SL both show life out of hand. SL has tight, consistent shape and flashed depth when thrown at its best. CH gives him a quality 3rd offering.