IP 55
ERA 5.4
WHIP 1.564
BB/9 6.218
SO/9 10.473
  • Full name Daniel Thomas
  • Born 02/10/1986 in Tampa, FL
  • Profile Ht.: 6'2" / Wt.: 200 / Bats: R / Throws: R
  • School South Florida
  • Drafted in the 13th round (394th overall) by the Oakland Athletics in 2008 (signed for $100,000).
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    As a redshirt sophomore, Thomas was the Bulls' Saturday starter in 2007 and was drafted by the Cardinals in the 44th round. He returned to school to take on the Friday night ace role this season. Even though his statistics aren't gaudy, Thomas has boosted his draft stock. Typically pitching at 90-93 mph, he continues to improve his arm strength and has been seen up to 95. He also throws a true downer curveball and has excellent feel for his above-average changeup. With clean mechanics and a high three-quarters arm slot, Thomas pitches downhill with plane but little deception. He had Tommy John surgery as a senior in high school in 2004, then felt discomfort in his arm again last season and was shut down after just 28 innings--though he did not require surgery. Thomas is a projectable 6-foot-2, 195 pounds and could add velocity to his fastball. He will get a chance to start at the pro level but could end up in the bullpen.

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