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Physical Description: Sturdy,
athletic frame. Has some remaining projection.
Mechanics: Throws from a three-quarters arm slot,
starting on the third base side of the rubber. Repeats delivery
well. High leg kick. Short strider with well below-average
extension.
Fastball: 93-96 mph. Tops out
at 98 mph in-game. Hit 100 mph in winter workouts prior to the
2024 season, but it remains to be seen if that will carry over
into games. Solid command and control profile. Potential
above-average offering, but projection is fluid pending in-game
looks.
Slider: 85-88 mph. Long, sweepy,
horizontal shape. Advanced feel. Has shown bat-missing ability
in the low minors. Potential above-average offering.
Splitter: 86-90 mph. Late dive down and out of
the zone. Will show bat-missing potential at its best, but is
inconsistent. Potential average-to-better offering.
Curveball: 77-81 mph. Fourth pitch, used
primarily as a change-of-pace offering.
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Career Notes: Attended Eastern
Oklahoma State College for two years prior to transferring to
Oklahoma. Really impressed in the College World Series. Was
drafted by the Royals in the 11th round and signed for an
over-slot bonus of $397,500. Made two starts in High-A after a
midseason promotion in 2023 before suffering an oblique injury
that ended his 2023 season.
Summation:
High-variance prospect with starter upside. Will show three
pitches that are at least average with an above-average command-and-control profile. Stuff appears to have ticked up during
winter workouts heading into the 2024 season, but it remains to
be seen if he can hold those gains into regular season action.
If the improvements with his fastball that he showed in the
offseason hold, projection could change. Exciting arm with
considerable upside if things click.
Note: This page will be
updated with a complete scouting report after the scouting team
has seen the player in person.
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