David Shields
Pitching scouting report · 80Grade
Scouting summary
Shields projects as a chance-for-average starter with a relatively high floor for a prep lefty because he already shows strike-throwing feel, deception, and enough secondary stuff to miss bats in the low minors. The ceiling is tied less to explosive velocity than to incremental gains in fastball quality, command precision, and a little more physical strength. If the fastball settles only into a modest band and the breaking balls remain merely solid, he still has a path to a back-end rotation role; if the body and arm speed tick up, he could reach a more credible midrotation outcome.
Projected MLB role: starter
- Position: P
- Bats: S
- Throws: L
- Height: 74 in
- Weight: 210 lb
- Born: 2006-09-09
- 80Grade overall rank: #164
- 80Grade team rank: #6
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Frequently asked questions
What position does David Shields play?
David Shields plays P.
Is David Shields a left-handed or right-handed player?
David Shields bats S and throws L.
Where does David Shields rank as a prospect?
David Shields is ranked No. 164 on 80Grade's consolidated prospect rankings.