Tyler Mahle

The younger brother of UC Santa Barbara sophomore lefty Greg Mahle, Tyler is committed to play for the Gauchos next year, but he might get bought out of that commitment. Mahle is a classic projection guy, with a loose, athletic 6-foot-2, 175-pound frame, a smooth arm action and a sound delivery. He pounds the strike zone with an 87-90 mph fastball that tops out at 92 on occasion, and he figures to add velocity as he matures. He also has good feel for a curveball with sharp three-quarters break and a promising changeup, giving him a chance for a pair of average secondary pitches in time.