Cleveland Guardians 2024 MLB Draft 6th Round Pick: LHP Caden Favors

The Cleveland Guardians selected Caden Favors- LHSP in the 6th Round (175th overall).

Caden Favors- LHSP Wichita State

Age: 22.9

Ht: 6’3

Wt: 205

Rankings:

• BA- not ranked

• MLB- not ranked

• WH- Rounds 11-15 (senior sign)

• Future Stars Series- 365

Analysis:

Caden Favors is a versatile lefty with experience starting and relieving. The Oklahoma native started his collegiate career at Seminole State Community College before transferring to Wichita State for his last three seasons. Favors spent the last two summers pitching in the Northwoods League. 

On the mound, Favors exhibits a short arm action paired with a three-quarters delivery generating natural extension above 6.5 feet. His arsenal features a 4-seamer, and 2-seamer/sinker at near identical low-90s velocities and spin rates near or above 2,700 rpm. Favors showcases an upper-70s curveball with spin rates around 2,800 rpm, an upper-80s slider with spin rates above 2,800 rpm, and a low-80s change-up with spin rates around 1,800 rpm. The package of five pitches and average command could create a viable path to develop as a starter with hopes he can add velocity.

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