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.
Jacob Eads: RHP/2B, (2026) Hamilton High School, OH. 5-foot-8, 145-pound. (59.9 mph bat speed average). (19.7 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Had efficient bat speed, level swing plane and high finish. Solid in the infield, recorded a position velocity of 77 mph; shows choppy feet, consistent hands, and a natural exchange. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Used a high ¾ slot and a consistent arm action. On the mound, showed a compact arm action and a high ¾ arm angle with consistent arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Has slight running action. (Max spin 2214; Avg 2134). Has some action on his 11/5 curveball. (Max spin 2391; Avg 2280).
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Jacob Eads: RHP/2B, (2026) Hamilton High School, OH. 5-foot-8, 145-pound. (59.9 mph bat speed average). (19.7 mph hand speed average). Started in a balanced stance with a controlled load, then used a small leg kick. Had efficient bat speed, level swing plane and high finish. Solid in the infield, recorded a position velocity of 77 mph; shows choppy feet, consistent hands, and a natural exchange. Fields the ball out front, movements laterally were athletic. Used a high ¾ slot and a consistent arm action. On the mound, showed a compact arm action and a high ¾ arm angle with consistent arm speed. Drop-and-drive type pitcher who uses some effort. Has slight running action. (Max spin 2214; Avg 2134). Has some action on his 11/5 curveball. (Max spin 2391; Avg 2280).