Cleveland Guardians 2024 MLB Draft CBA Pick: RHP Braylon Doughty

The Cleveland Guardians selected Braylon Doughty- RHSP in the Competitive Balance Round A (CBA) 36th overall.

Braylon Doughty- RHSP Chaparral HS, CA

Age: 18.6;
Ht: 6’1;
Wt: 196
Throws: Right

Rankings: 

BA 47

MLB 36

WH- 25-40

Analysis:

Doughty, a smaller framed athletic right-hander possesses a four-pitch blend. He displays a clean and quick short arm path from a three-quarters slot and the ability to throw strikes. The soon-to-be former Oklahoma State commit features a 92-95 mph heater that touches 97. He spins a power curveball in the low 80s with elite spin rates exceeding 3,000 rpm. Doughty pairs that with a slider in the low-to-mid 80s with two-plane movement. The Southern California native rounds out his repertoire with a developing change-up. What Doughty lacks in physical projection he offsets with advanced preparation. 

Pre-Draft writeup:  A bit of a stockier size but good build for being 6’1 and is strong in his lower half. Looks like a good athlete on the mound and is good at messing with the timing mechanism in his delivery. Mid-90s and and can reach back at times for a bit more. Hammer of a power curve with good control. Also has a good horizontal type slider that could have the makings of an above average offering. A legit three pitch mix and a solid build for a smaller arm. Probably doesn’t have much remaining projection in his build, but if he adds a changeup, he’s got big time upside. Going to be a popular name on day one to get in the comp rounds. Just barely over 18 on draft day.

Fastball: 55
Curveball: 60
Slider: 55
Change-up: 45
Command: 50