Scouting Report (via MLB Bonus Baby and Baseball America):
- some scouts see him as #5 starter, some see him as a reliver
- average high 80′s fastball, touching 90 mph, has trouble locating it
- above-average curveball
- fringe-average changeup
Roth is a lefty with a strong curveball but command issues.
Vitals & School:
- UNC Wilmington
- DOB: 4/5/1989
- LHP
- 6′ 1″
- 202 lbs.
- Throws: Left
- Bats: Left
More info:
UNC Wilmington Player Profile
Overall Thoughts:
Roth could sign for slightly above slot and he’s a great talent as a mid-round pick, but he has the choice to go back to school and most believe he’s likely to do so.
2010 Orioles Draft Tracker
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