2014 MLB draft prospects rankings: nos. 10-6

8. Grant Holmes, Conway HS (SC), RHP, 6′ 2″, 190 lbs.

As far as the physical makeup of Holmes, there’s a belief he has little to offer. That cannot be said for his arsenal.

Holmes has three pitches the should develop into plus pitches.

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His fastball hits the low 90’s, but he’s been known to push 96, 97 on occasion. This pitch won’t get much better, but it’s a plus pitch in its current state. What could be Holmes’ best pitch is his curve. With its insane spin and depth. you could easily project it to be plus-plus. And while his changeup is only an average offering now, Holmes is deceptive with his arm speed and angle when delivering it.

Again, Holmes maintains his arm speed rather well. There is a touch of inconsistency in repeating his delivery, most often coming from shortening his arm action upon delivering a pitch. If he can learn to constantly continue through his motion, he’s got everything you look for in a potential #2, at worst #3, starter.

Holmes has committed to Florida.