where are you seeing that?
The real question should be why? Why did we pull the trigger on a kid with mechanical problems that can lead to issues in a delivery.
MECHANICS
Hancock’s mechanics are very sound, with a smooth delivery and moderate effort release. He gets good extension off the rubber and is able to maintain a consistent release point for all 4 of his pitches.
His sound mechanics help him throw strikes with his entire arsenal, and pitch effectively to both sides of the plate with the fastball. His plus control should lead to with plus command.
Delivery & Mechanics: Extremely low arm slot with good extension coming from a low 3/4 arm slot. It's a short-arm action akin to that of someone like Max Scherzer. Mechanics are sound and safe. Hancock is quad dominant with good stride. Front side can fly open at times, but otherwise consistent mechanically.
The Georgia Bulldog has prototypical size for a starter at 6’4 and room to build on his 213 lb frame. His delivery is very smooth and repeatable. His body is quiet in his windup as well as from the stretch and he has good stride directly to the plate.
Regarded by many as the pitcher with the best pure stuff in the 2020 class, Hancock has lived up to the bill in limited action. Shoulder discomfort has kept him from a full season, but his physical body and strong mechanics give him a good chance to sustain the duration of a baseball season. Like many young pitchers, Hancock’s command has waned at times, but it is not a major concern. In fact, I expect him to have above average command as he progresses. Hancock is a power arm with a good feel for his pitches, that generally is a fantastic combination for an impact starter.