Dodgers cap off 1st round of draft with Louisville pitcher Bobby Miller

With the 29th pick in the 2020 MLB Draft, the Los Angeles Dodgers selected Bobby Miller, a right-hander out of Louisville.

Miller was previously drafted out of high school, but he had to wait until the 38th round due to a confluence of issues, including his consistency, durability as a starter, and a commitment to Louisville.

His 6-foot-5 frame makes him one of the more projectable pitchers in the 2020 class. Miller's pandemic-shortened campaign - during which he was Louisville's second starter after ace Reid Detmers - seemed to answer a lot of questions, with the hurler showing increased command and getting positive results.

Bio

Age: 21
Position: RHP
Height/Weight: 6-foot-5, 220 lbs
Bats/Throws: L/R
School: Louisville
Pick value: $2,424,600

Tools

• Fastball (95-96 mph)
• Slider (55-grade)
• Changeup (50-grade)

Why you're going to love this guy

• Fastball shows good movement
• Ate innings in swingman role during freshman, sophomore years
• Effectively works deep into games
• Threw eight no-hit innings in NCAA super-regional playoff game vs. East Carolina

Things he'll need to overcome

• Unpolished delivery
• Some worry he's destined for bullpen

2020 stats

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(Video courtesy: Prospects Live)