In a 2020 draft that saw the Rockies add only six new prospects to the system, each player stood out a bit more than usual. That was the case for Sam Weatherly, Colorado’s 3rd rounder (81st overall) — a left-handed pitcher out of Clemson who signed for full slot value ($755k). The 6’4” hurler only made a few starts in his junior season, but they were so dominant that MLB teams couldn’t help but notice.
Pre-season 2020 Rank: NR
High Ballot: 13
Mode Ballot: 13
Future Value: 40, back-end starter / set-up reliever
Contract Status: 2020 3rd Round, not Rule 5 eligible, 3 options remaining
In four starts in 2020 with Clemson, Weatherly threw 22 2⁄3 innings and had 43 strikeouts — that’s 17.