[BA] 2005 Top 6 Prospect: Bill Bray
6. BILL BRAY, lhp Age: 21 B-T: L-L Ht: 6-3 Wt: 210
Drafted: William & Mary, 2004 (1st round) Signed by: Alex Smith
Background:
Like Brendan Harris, Bray was a standout at William & Mary. He left with a
bit more fanfare, as the Tribe旧 highest draft pick ever (13th overall). He
worked just seven innings after signing for $1.75 million, so he headed to
the Arizona Fall League, where he fanned 16 in 16 innings.
Strengths:
Bray has good command of two power pitches, an 89-95 mph fastball and a late-
breaking 82-85 mph slider. He is polished and aggressive, and he can put
hitters away with both pitches. He provides a deceptive look from a
three-quarters slot.
Weaknesses:
Though Bray旧 changeup shows enough promise for the Nationals to consider
him as a long-term starter, it still has a long way to go because he rarely
used it in college. If he can急 master it, the club will settle for using
him in relief.
The Future:
A closer in college, Bray will pitch in the rotation at Washington旧 new
high Class A Potomac affiliate in 2005. Even if he has to return to the
bullpen, the innings he歓l get as a starter will help his development and
arm strength. He渇 advance quicker in relief, where he would have a shot
at becoming a big league closer someday.
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