Cameron Appenzeller LHP, HS. DOB: 1/18/2007. 6' 6", 180 lbs.
Highly projectable HS lefty with an already advanced 4-pitch mix including a 4-seam and 2-seam fastballs, Slider and changeup. FB is currently low 90's but expected to gain velocity as he fills out his frame and gains strength. He has a "tall and fall" delivery but with a low arm slot. Committed to Tennessee for college which could make him challenging to sign.
We've now reviewed the top 22 draft prospects on MLB Pipeline. My take-away impression from these reviews is this is not a strong draft and is dominated by college hitters with either limited ceiling, positional limitations or significant question marks. I am most impressed by the 3 HS pitchers I've reviewed, Seth Hernandez, Kruz Schoolcraft and Appenzeller. All three look like future aces to me barring injury. HS pitchers are generally considered the highest risk demographic in the draft but historically the Giants have had their best draft successes with HS pitchers: Matt Cain, Madison Bumgarner, Logan Webb, Kyle Harrison. If the Giants want to go for the highest ceiling at their pick and take one of these HS pitchers, I would be quite happy with their selection.
Add Zack Wheeler to their successes
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