- Full name Will McCrotty
- Born
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McCrotty toiled as a defensive-oriented catcher for four years before moving to the mound during instructional league in 2000. He responded with aplomb and ranked among the hardest throwers in the South Atlantic League last year. McCrotty's 94-95 mph fastball possesses excellent movement. He also has made impressive improvement with his curveball, making it a solid complementary pitch. Unlike most former catchers who tend to short-arm their throws, he has excellent arm action for a converted player. McCrotty pitched well enough to earn a promotion to high Class A during the second half of 2001, then stood out during instructional league while displaying progress with his developing changeup. He has developed quickly over a short period of time. His biggest needs are improved command and better consistency with his changeup. McCrotty has the necessary ingredients to blossom into a dominating reliever at higher levels. He'll probably begin this year back in the Florida State League.