quote:Originally posted by SultanofSwat:
Two 84/85 RHP just signed D2. As far as I know, neither had any D1 followers or interest.
...and yet we will probably watch CWS games soon with RHP's throwing in the mid 80's. Granted, they probably will have (way) above average command and control, movement and secondary pitches. They are the exception, though.
Based on what little I've seen high 80's (touching 87-88) is usually the the lower limit for D1 RHP's in recruiting. The same kid might work from 83-90 in college games a year later.
If you want a treat watch a game pitched by Brewer's RHP Shaun Marcum. He is 6-0 195 and works from 85-88 and throws nothing straight. 85 IP 2.58 ERA so far. Guy's a wizard and will find the hole in your swing....very Maddux-like.