2014 MLB Draft: Top 10 high school right-handed pitchers

Right-handed high school pitchers are plentiful in this year's MLB Draft, including a group of pitchers who could all go in the first round.

Tyler Kolek — with his 100-mph fastball — tops the list of right-handed pitchers, but he is not the only talented pitcher on the list. Players like Grant Holmes, Touki Toussaint, Sean Reid-Foley and Luis Ortiz could all go in the first round.

The group has several pitchers, however, who could drop due to circumstances. Ortiz and Scott Blewett each have suffered injuries this spring while J.B. Bukauskas has indicated he does not want to be drafted.

Here's a look at the top 10 right-handed pitchers heading into Thursday's MLB Draft.



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10. Jack Flaherty, Harvard-Westlake (Studio City, Calif.)



Flaherty didn't lose a game his final two years (23-0) including a 10-0 record this year. He also struck out 125 batters, had a 0.63 ERA and threw a no-hitter in his final career start.

What the scouts like: He doesn't throw as hard as his right-handed counterparts, but all Flaherty seems to do is win. Scouts don't see Flaherty as a first round talent, but he will make some team very happy.

Where he will be drafted: Early in second round.{PAGEBREAK}9. J.B. Bukauskas, Stone Bridge (Ashburn, Va.)





Bukauskas is 8-0 on the season with 88 strikeouts and five shutouts. He also has a high of 18 strikeouts in one game.

What the scouts like:  Bukauskas has one of the top fastballs in the draft, having hit 100 mph in the past and regularly throwing in the high 90s. Bukauskas has made it clear, however, that he plans to attend North Carolina and has asked teams not to draft him.

Where he will be drafted: Some team might take a gamble on Bukauskas' signability and take him in the first or second round, however he will most likely drop if he stays true to his college commitment.{PAGEBREAK}8. Michael Kopech, Mt. Pleasant (Texas)



In 64 innings pitched this year Kopech has struck out 129 batters and walked just 18 while posting a 0.44 ERA.

What the scouts like:  Kopech has a lot of projection, however his arm delivery worries some scouts.

Where he will be drafted: Early in second round.{PAGEBREAK}7. Spencer Adams, White County (Cleveland, Ga.)



Adams didn't figure in many wins this year (4-2), but he was good for close to two strikeouts per inning in fanning 90 batters in 58.1 innings pitched. He also walked just 11 batters and posted a 0.72 ERA.

What the scouts like:  A three-sport athlete, Adams can hit 95 mph with his fastball. His slider is considered his best pitch.

Where he will be drafted:  Early in second round.{PAGEBREAK}6. Scott Blewett, Baldwinsville (N.Y.)





Blewett missed time this season due to shoulder soreness, but he was extremely effective before the injury. He posted a 4-0 record with a 0.24 ERA, 54 strikeouts and just nine walks in 29.1 innings pitched. He also hit 95 mph during one of his early starts.

What the scouts like: The scouts haven't been able to see much of Blewett this spring due to New York's short season and Blewett's injury. He did hit 95 mph in one outing and he can throw all of his pitches for strikes.

Where he will be drafted: Early in second round.{PAGEBREAK} 5. Luis Ortiz, Sanger (Calif.)



No stats available for Ortiz, however he has suffered through some forearm soreness this year and has missed some starts as a result.

What the scouts like: Ortiz was ranked much higher earlier in the season, but the arm injury has resulted in a slide. Ortiz has a big frame and can throw in the mid to high 90s.

Where he will be drafted: End of first round.{PAGEBREAK}4. Touki Toussaint, Coral Springs Christian (Fla.)



At one point Toussaint was the most coveted pitcher in the Class of 2014. He's still a potential first round pick thanks to a great fastball. He posted an 8-2 record with 104 strikeouts and a 1.22 ERA in 63.1 innings pitched.

What the scouts like:  He has a fastball that can touch the high 90s and he has a curveball with plenty of break. However, scouts feel he needs to be more consistent.

Where he will be drafted:  Middle of first round.{PAGEBREAK}3. Sean Reid-Foley, Sandalwood (Jacksonville, Fla.)





Reid-Foley struck out over 100 batters for the second straight year, fanning 120 in 65.2 innings pitched. He also had a 0.63 ERA and went 7-3 with just 15 walks.

What the scouts like:  He has a smooth delivery and he can throw strikes with all of his pitches. Consistently in the low 90s with his fastball.

Where he will be drafted:  Middle of first round.{PAGEBREAK}2. Grant Holmes, Conway (S.C.)



Holmes only threw 40 innings this spring, but he still managed to strike out 82 batters while going 4-1 with a 0.52 ERA.

What the scouts like:  Holmes has a strong arsenal of pitches, topped by an outstanding curveball and a 93-94 mph fastball. He also has an effective changeup and he works with a smooth delivery.

Where he will be drafted: Middle of first round.{PAGEBREAK} 1. Tyler Kolek, Shepherd (Texas)



Besides hitting over 100 mph during the summer, Kolek threw in the high 90s during the regular season and had nearly 20 consecutive no-hit innings. He went 5-2 with 126 strikeouts and a 0.35 ERA in 60.1 innings pitched.

What the scouts like:  Scouts obviously like his triple-digit fastball and his curve and slider are also strong pitches. He will need to work on his changeup as an out pitch at the next level, however.

Where he will be drafted: Won't last past the top five selections.