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
Lean, projectable 6-foot-1, 165-pound frame with plenty of room for added strength. On the mound, the left-hander works 72–74, T74 with his fastball (1802 avg rpm), showing easy arm action and strike-throwing ability. Spins two breaking balls – a curveball at 63–64 (1815 avg rpm) and a slider at 66–67 (1913 avg rpm) – both developing with flashes of shape, while the changeup (67–68, 1532 avg rpm) offers separation with some feel. Delivery is clean and should allow for future jumps in velocity. At the plate, left-handed hitter with a strong, connected swing that produces firm contact (87 mph max EV / 292’ peak, 83.1 avg). Gap-to-gap approach now with emerging power as the frame fills out. Defensively, arm works at 73 mph across the diamond, projecting best at 1B. Athletically, an 8.30 runner with limited footspeed, but bat and left-handed arm give him follow value.
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