High school pitchers are a volatile demographic, and so they don’t often find themselves taken in the first round. Between the time required to develop them and the injury risk associated, some organizations are opposed to taking one with their first pick. The last time more than five prep arms were taken in the top 30 picks was 2018.
It’s already shaping up to be a strong prep arm class, with polished arms such as Gio Rojas, Carson Bolemon, Logan Schmidt, and Jensen Hirschkorn leading the charge. But beyond those names, there’s always those who can shoot themselves into first round talks after winter gains. So, who has the traits and projection to break through?
RHP Kaden Waechter, Jesuit HS (FL)
Waechter may be the best mover in the class. A prototype righty with room left to grow, Waechter has a fluid and synced drop-and-drive delivery with …