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.
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Gavin Byrum is a 2028 3B/SS from Jay County Jr/Sr High School (IN) with a projectable 6-foot-2, 165-pound buildand a well-rounded skill set on the dirt. The right-handed hitter works from a slight crouch with an early, quick-paced load and stride to separation, creating a level path with a chance to grow into impact as he fills out his long levers. He posted an 83 mph max exit velocity, 73.4 mph average, and a 291’ max distance, with strength gains likely to pay dividends. Defensively, Byrum shows on-time feet, fundamental actions, and sure hands, along with a loose arm (76 mph) that projects for more velocity with added maturity. A 7.55 runner
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