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.
Athletic 5-foot-11, 175-pound frame with strength present and room to keep adding. Left-handed hitter with a short, simple swing that works direct to the front – creates natural lag in the path, allowing him to work inside the ball and spray line drive contact. Shows real strength in the barrel with consistent firm contact (91 mph max EV / 287’ peak, 83.0 avg) and projects as a middle-of-the-order type bat with continued development. Defensively, moves with athletic feet and a loose arm (75 mph from the OF), projecting to handle a corner OF role. Athletically, a 7.20 runner
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