Mike Shawaryn

Shawaryn was drafted by the Red Sox in the fifth round of the 2016 draft. The Red Sox like their pitchers tall and Shawaryn fits that description, standing 6-foot-3 at 225 pounds. A highly regarded prospect out of the University of Maryland, Shawaryn saw his draft stock fall as he experienced a drop in fastball velocity, leading to mediocre results, during his junior year for the Terps. The velocity returned since joining the Red Sox, getting back up to 92-93 mph. He uses a slider and changeup, while working on adding a curveball. The right-hander brings a low three-quarters arm slot, which creates some deception for hitters.