The two types of pitchers that get drafted

Most of the visitors to this baseball pitching tips blog want to know how to throw harder. They want to know how to get to 90 mph, which is understandable. We all know 90 will get the attention of scouts -- and can give you a better shot at being drafted.

But not every pitcher can or will be able to throw 90 mph. And you don't have to.

There are two types of baseball pitchers that get drafted every June. Only one is because of a 90 mph fastball.

Which one are you?

Power pitcher

1. Above average velocity 90-mph range with good control.
2. Hard slider or curve ball with average or better control.
3. Change or off-speed pitch with average or better control.

Control pitcher

1. Average or below average velocity with above average control.
2. Good curve, slider or both with good control.
3. Ability to change speed on FB or good change up.
4. Ability to throw breaking ball or off speed pitch for strikes when behind in the count.