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.
Garrett Sheets: OF/RHP, (2029) Tinora, OH. 5-foot-11, 145-pounds. (51.9 mph avg bat speed). (14.6 mph avg hand speed). Sets up in an athletic stance with a counter-rotated torso. Small stride, works direct to the ball. Developing body awareness. Posted a 72 mph throw from the outfield. Deliberate pace with some late intent on the mound. Long arm path with an over the top release point. FB sat 70-72 with ride. CB had two-plane movement. Developing CH. Consistent release point on all pitches. Ran a 7.41 60 yd dash.
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