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Forrest Whitley’s Info
Height: 6’7″
Weight: 225
Throws: Right
School/State: Alamo Heights (San Antonio, TX)
Position: RHP
College Commitment: Florida State
Forrest Whitley’s Scouting Report
Whitley already has the ideal size of a major leaguer to go with a quality, sinking fastball and an above average curve/slider. He also has an average changeup that has decent movement and a decent curveball, but he struggles to command those pitches. Whitley mechanics are improving, but they are still a weakness that he will have to improve if he wants to become a big league starter.
Strengths
- Plus fastball potential
- Above average curveball
- Intimidating presence on the mound
Weaknesses
- Needs to improve command
- Needs to improve his mechanics
Pitches
Fastball: 90-96 MPH
Changeup: 83 MPH
Curveball: 76 MPH
Slider: 84 MPH
Forrest Whitley’s Scouting Grades
Tool | Grade/Projection |
---|---|
Command | 50/55 |
Mechanics | 45/55 |
Fastball | 55/65 |
Changeup | 45/55 |
Curveball | 55/65 |
Slider | 45/55 |
Overall | 45/55 |
Forrest Whitley’s Draft Projection
Early to Late First Round
Forrest Whitley’s Pro Comparison
Phil Hughes – Minnesota Twins
Where could Whitley end up in the draft?
Whitley could go as earlier as eight to the Padres, with his floor being the Blue Jays at 21. The Red Sox at 12 and the Yankees at 18 makes the most sense.
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