Expectations were high for DL (Dayton Lane) Hall when the Orioles made him the 21st overall selection in the 2017 draft. The 6’ 2” southpaw out of Valdesta High School in Georgia got nice reviews from the scouting publications and showed all the qualities of a solid first round arm. Mid 90’s fastball, repeatable and compact delivery, advanced curve ball, and nice frame are phrases that were tossed around on draft day. The O’s appeared to get a nice player in the back half of the first round.
We then got a reminder of just how tough professional baseball is.