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
An exciting prospect in the 2027 class, RHP Mason Rainbolt (Checotah) had a standout showing on the mound. Listed at 5-foot-11, 170-pounds with plenty of room to add strength and size, Rainbolt showcased an exciting mix utilizing his athleticism. The sophomore ran his fastball up to 91 mph while sitting at 87-90 mph with an average of 2,100+ RPM of spin. His fastball also played with natural carry, averaging 16.3 inches of vertical break while maxing out at 18.5”. Rainbolt also spun a slider at 2,400+ RPM of spin and mixed in a changeup with arm side fade at 81 mph.
10/09/24
Mason Rainbolt, Checotah (OK), 2027 Positional Profile: RHP/C Body: 5-11, 170-pounds. Athletic frame with room for added strength. Delivery: Pitches with a deliberate tempo, drop and drive delivery, and moderate leg kick. Lands closed and recoils after landing. Arm Action: RH. Short strong arm action from a low 3/4 slot FB: T91, 87-90 mph. Some strikes, arm side run, high spin (2429 avg. 2557 top) T2557, 2429 average rpm. SL: 76-77 mph. High spin (2410 avg. 2494 top) sharp right to left shape T2494, 2410 average rpm. CH: 81-81 mph. Keeps its plane, used to get batters to chase. T1759, 1759 average rpm.
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Positional Profile: RHP/C
Body: 5-11, 170-pounds. Athletic frame with room for added strength.
Delivery: Pitches with a deliberate tempo, drop and drive delivery, and moderate leg kick. Lands closed and recoils after landing.
Arm Action: RH. Short strong arm action from a low 3/4 slot
FB: T91, 87-90 mph. Some strikes, arm side run, high spin (2429 avg. 2557 top) T2557, 2429 average rpm.
SL: 76-77 mph. High spin (2410 avg. 2494 top) sharp right to left shape T2494, 2410 average rpm.
CH: 81-81 mph. Keeps its plane, used to get batters to chase. T1759, 1759 average rpm.