MLB Draft 2007: Rockies Grab Weathers with Eighth Pick
| Name: Casey Weathers | Throws: Right |
| Pos: RHP | Bats: Right |
| Height: 6′1″ | DOB: 10 Jun 85 |
| Weight: 200 lbs | School: Vanderbilt |
With the eighth pick in the 2007 draft, the Colorado Rockies have selected Vanderbilt right-hander Casey Weathers. Steve Phillips says his fastball is clocked around 96-97 mph.
| IP | H/9 | HR/9 | BB/9 | K/9 | ERA | BAA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats are through June 5, 2007, and are courtesy of Vanderbilt. | ||||||
| 49.1 | 4.56 | 0.18 | 3.83 | 13.68 | 2.37 | .154 |
What they’re saying:
It’s like he’s splitting atoms when the ball comes out of his hand. He really just has a powerful, powerful arm.
–Vanderbilt coach Tim Corbin, as told to the The City Paper
Additional reading:
- Player Bio (Vanderbilt)
- 2007 Draft Report (MiLB.com) — includes scouting video
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