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
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Ranked as the No. 12 player in the state’s 2026 class, LHP Grant Mehrhoff (Christian Brothers College; Louisville commit) delivered an impressive bullpen session on Thursday, showcasing full command of his three-pitch mix. The 6-foot-3, 206-pound southpaw worked efficiently, sitting comfortably at 86-90 mph while generating an average of 14.3 inches of induced vertical break, allowing his fastball to carry through the zone. His fluid delivery and effortless operation hint at even more velocity to come. Complementing his fastball, Mehrhoff consistently landed his slider for strikes at 72-76 mph and effectively turned over a low-spin changeup at 77-81 mph.
Draft Reports
Contact
Premium Content Area
To unlock contact information, you need to purchase a ScoutPLUS subscription.