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2022 7th Round Pick (#197): Preston Johnson - RHP - (Sr) Mississippi State


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2022 7th Round Pick (#197):  Preston Johnson - RHP - (Sr) Mississippi State

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Clarion Ledger: Various reports have given various landing rounds for Preston Johnson, ranging from the first 10 rounds to the last couple. Johnson became a starter for Mississippi State in 2022 and was reliable though at times inconsistent. He had a tendency to allow home runs (18) which wasn’t an issue unless he was also walking hitters. From his build to his approach, Johnson has many qualities similar to White Sox pitcher and former Ole Miss Rebel Lance Lynn.

His curveball in 2021:

Initial Take: This looks more like one of Elias' classic 11th round plus pitching selections. Most likely an underslot. Seems like a plus person though.

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2022 7th Round Pick (#197):  Preston Johnson - RHP - (Sr) Mississippi State

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Clarion Ledger: Various reports have given various landing rounds for Preston Johnson, ranging from the first 10 rounds to the last couple. Johnson became a starter for Mississippi State in 2022 and was reliable though at times inconsistent. He had a tendency to allow home runs (18) which wasn’t an issue unless he was also walking hitters. From his build to his approach, Johnson has many qualities similar to White Sox pitcher and former Ole Miss Rebel Lance Lynn.

His curveball in 2021:

 

Holy Smolly ….We drafted a real pitcher. The curveball looks Olson like.

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