| Player: Myles Upchurch | |||||||||||
| School: Alabama | Position(s): RHP | ||||||||||
| Height: 6’4″ | Weight: 215 lbs. | Bats: Right | Throws: Right | ||||||||
| Summary: Drafted by the Reds in the 19th round but opting to head to Tuscaloosa instead, Upchurch brings a power arsenal with a fastball that regularly sits in the low-to-mid 90s and has reached 97. The pitch features heavy arm-side run and pairs well with a mid-80s slider that flashes sharp bite in the 2,600 rpm range. He’ll also mix a low-80s curveball with depth and a mid-80s changeup that plays particularly well against left-handed hitters. The operation comes with noticeable effort, including some head whack in the finish, but the ball jumps out of his hand with looseness and easy arm speed. Working from a lower three-quarters slot, Upchurch generates tough angles that make his fastball-slider combination especially effective. The strong lower half and physical build provide a foundation for holding velocity deep into outings, and there’s still room for refinement across his offspeed mix. With his present stuff and athletic delivery, he fits cleanly into a starter’s projection, and continued development of his command and consistency could elevate him into a frontline look. | |||||||||||
Shaun Kernahan is the founder and lead writer of Three Quarter Slot, where he blends scouting precision with a storyteller’s eye for the human side of the game. Based in Parker, Colorado, he has covered baseball prospects at every level since 2013, delivering in-depth evaluations, draft analysis, and developmental insight. Over the years, he has built Three Quarter Slot into a trusted home for thoughtful prospect coverage, detailed scouting reports, and a grounded look at how talent evolves
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