Drafted in the 10th round (307th overall) by the New York Mets in 2017 (signed for $10,000).
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As a low-slot righthander who can touch the upper 80s with his fastball and a track record of success, Villines is in the David Berg family of productive college reliever who is useful in pro ball because of his ability to tie righthanded hitters in knots. He's Kansas all-time saves leader with 40 saves. Villines has a loose arm and plus control.
Career Transactions
ACL Rangers released RHP Stephen Villines.
RHP Stephen Villines assigned to ACL Rangers.
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