- Full name Dusty Wrightsman
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Wrightsman hit .597 as a high school senior to get nominated for Indiana's Mr. Baseball award, but his bat and his mid-80s fastball never drew much attention from scouts. The Royals drafted him after he earned second-team all-America honors at Faulkner State CC, but he did little to impress in his first two years as a pro. Wrightsman spent last offseason adding muscle and honing his command, and his entire repertoire became more crisp in 2002. He led the Royals system with a 2.38 ERA. Wrightsman succeeds with excellent control and trust in his stuff. He keeps the ball down in the zone as well as any pitcher in the organization. He throws his 88-92 mph fastball with an easy, deceptive motion that allows it to get in on hitters quickly. He also throws a quality slider. The development of his changeup will determine whether Wrightsman becomes a middle reliever or starter. Back spasms cut short his stint in the Arizona Fall League. He should have a rotation spot in Double-A this year.