• Full name Shane Liam Drohan
  • Born 01/07/1999 in Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Profile Ht.: 6'3" / Wt.: 195 / Bats: L / Throws: L
  • School Florida State
  • Drafted in the 5th round (148th overall) by the Boston Red Sox in 2020 (signed for $600,000).
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    Drohan ranked as the No. 106 draft prospect out of high school in the 2017 draft class, when he showed advanced secondaries, and a fastball that showed future average potential. After pitching just 4.1 innings as a freshman with Florida State, Drohan settled into a starting role during his sophomore season, posting a 3.66 ERA in 51.2 innings with a good strikeout rate (12.4 per nine) but poor control (8.4 walks per nine). Listed at 6-foot-3, 195 pounds, Drohan has a skinny frame and a loose, easy arm action with a three-quarter slot and quick tempo. His fastball sits in the 90-93 mph range with some natural sinking life, and he pairs it with an 80-84 mph changeup that mimics the same motion. Drohan also throws a 77-80 mph curveball with 1-to-7 shape that is effective against lefthanders when located down and away. While Drohan improved his control from 2019 through his first four games in 2020, he still walked more than five batters per nine and the inconsistency of his strikes led many scouts to think he’s better suited for a reliever role at the next level. His stuff doesn’t have the explosion or plus potential that back-end relievers all have in the big league game, limiting his upside in that role if starting doesn’t work out. He still has a solid three-pitch mix with some athleticism and projection remaining, giving him a chance to take another step forward in pro ball.

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  • LHP Shane Drohan assigned to Worcester Red Sox from Portland Sea Dogs.
  • LHP Shane Drohan assigned to Worcester Red Sox from Portland Sea Dogs.

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