Nick Swiney LHP. DOB: 2/12/1999. 6'3", 185 lbs. Drafted 2020 Round 2(C) #67 overall.
2022(A+): 4-6, 3.84, 89 IP, 10.62 K/9, 4.55 BB/9.
Swiney was a value pick to help fund Kyle Harrison's bonus but had a pretty good college career in his own right. He's a bit behind the curve in development as there were not games in his draft year and he got a late start on his first full pro season in 2021. K rate is solid but the walk rate is disappointing for a "polished" college pitcher. Maybe the pitching friendly parks in AA Eastern League will give his pro career a boost.
A couple of videos on the Youtube show a lot of diving 11-5 curveballs and occasional high FB's and fading changeups. That should be an effective mix if he can command them all.
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