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
| IP (G) | ERA | K% | K/BB | HR/9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.1 (4) | 2.70 | 36.6% | 34/9 | 0.8 |
Take a look ...
(Video courtesy: Prospects Live)