Evan Hill Stats & Scouting Report

Full name Evan Riley Hill
Born 08/18/1993 in Mount Pleasant, MI
Profile Ht.: 6'5" / Wt.: 200 / Bats: L / Throws: L
School Michigan
Drafted in the 24th round (715th overall) by the Detroit Tigers in 2016.

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A senior sign who has been a reliable member of the Wolverines' rotation, Hill lacks a plus pitch.

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Hill got off to a late start this season because of a knee injury and when he returned to action he took a little while to round back into form. He was at his best in the NCAA regionals, when he won an elimination game against Bradley to help the Wolverines extend their stay in the tournament. Hill has a long and lanky frame, but he doesn't use his height to its full advantage as his unconventional delivery that involves a significant waist bend. That waist bend and his head whack make it harder for him to throw strikes (he walked 4.02 batters per nine innings this year) but it also adds some deception. Hill pitches at 87-90, but he'll touch 92-93 mph . He throws a breaking ball that flashes average and a usable, but below-average, changeup.
Hill has passed righthander Justin Alleman as the Wolverine State's top high school prospect, and the combination of his projection and strong college commitment have scouts dreaming of what he might become after three years at Michigan. A 6-foot-4, 190-pounder, Hill has an effortless delivery and feel for a three-pitch mix. His fastball currently works at 86-88 mph and tops out at 91, but his athleticism and frame bode well for added velocity in the future. He spins his curveball well and shows promise with his changeup. It's not a stretch to imagine him becoming a top-two-rounds pick for 2015. His potential would give him a chance to sneak into the fourth round this June, but teams don't think he'll sign for less than first-round money.