Drafted in the 14th round (442nd overall) by the Cincinnati Reds in 2012 (signed for $125,000).
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Like McLennan righthander Eric Brooks, Moran started his college career at Houston before transferring and becoming one of Texas' top juco prospects. While he had more success as a hitter (.367/.465/.511) than as a pitcher (6-4, 4.36, 84 strikeouts in 74 innings) this spring, his pro future is definitely on the mound. He uses his strong 6-foot-2, 220-pound frame to generate fastballs that sit at 88-92 mph and touch 94. He's still working on refining a breaking ball, as he uses both a loopy curveball and a cutter/slider. He has committed to Oklahoma State for 2013.
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Like McLennan righthander Eric Brooks, Moran started his college career at Houston before transferring and becoming one of Texas' top juco prospects. While he had more success as a hitter (.367/.465/.511) than as a pitcher (6-4, 4.36, 84 strikeouts in 74 innings) this spring, his pro future is definitely on the mound. He uses his strong 6-foot-2, 220-pound frame to generate fastballs that sit at 88-92 mph and touch 94. He's still working on refining a breaking ball, as he uses both a loopy curveball and a cutter/slider. He has committed to Oklahoma State for 2013.
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