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.
Braylon Pond: RHP/RHP, (2025) Lebanon, OH. 5-foot-10, 180-pound. (61.4 mph bat speed average). (18.6 mph hand speed average). Began in an athletic quiet stance with a compact load, then used a controlled stride. Had a simple upward swing plane, efficient bat speed and high finish. Solid while in the infield, registered his best throw across the diamond at 73 mph; has a natural exchange, sure hands, and quick feet. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Showed a quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. On the mound, showing consistent arm speed he had a high ¾ arm angle and a loose arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows some effort. Had slight running action. (Max spin 1920; Avg 1853). Showed a 10/4 slider with late action. (Max spin 1866; Avg 1624).
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Braylon Pond: RHP/RHP, (2025) Lebanon, OH. 5-foot-10, 180-pound. (61.4 mph bat speed average). (18.6 mph hand speed average). Began in an athletic quiet stance with a compact load, then used a controlled stride. Had a simple upward swing plane, efficient bat speed and high finish. Solid while in the infield, registered his best throw across the diamond at 73 mph; has a natural exchange, sure hands, and quick feet. Laterally, movements were athletic and fielded the ball out front. Showed a quick arm action with a high ¾ slot. On the mound, showing consistent arm speed he had a high ¾ arm angle and a loose arm action. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who shows some effort. Had slight running action. (Max spin 1920; Avg 1853). Showed a 10/4 slider with late action. (Max spin 1866; Avg 1624).