Reid Worley, selected as the ninth-round pick by the San Francisco Giants, has signed a $747,500 contract, which is significantly above the expected slot value of $204,400. The right-handed pitcher, previously committed to Kennesaw State, will pursue a professional career. Given the Giants' overall draft pool of $8,403,300, they can exceed their allotment by 5%. Worley's elite slider with a spin rate of 3200-3300 RPMs stands out, and there are positive expectations regarding potential velocity increase as he matures physically.
Reid Worley, a right-handed pitcher drafted by the San Francisco Giants, signed for a $747,500 bonus, significantly higher than the expected slot of $204,400.
Worley's impressive slider has generated elite spin rates between 3200-3300 RPMs, marking it as one of the best breaking balls in his class.
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