The Book on James McDonald
Prospect Info
James McDonald
Born 10/19/1984
RHP, LAD
One of a bevy of talented young Dodger arms, McDonald cruised through high-A and double-A last year, splitting time between Inland Empire and Jacksonville. The wiry right-hander went 7-2 with a 1.71 at the higher level, striking out 64 and walking only 16 in ten starts thanks to his plus control.
There's some concern about his durability, and his build isn't one that looks able to carry 220 innings of work, but as a finesse pitcher with a killer curve ball, that might not matter. He's a nice option for the L.A. bullpen in the near future, with an outside shot at a rotation spot after that.
Ranking in ScoutingBook (8/28/2008): #108 
Ranking in Baseball America 2008: n/a
Ranking in Baseball Prospectus: Unranked
Ranking in MiLB.com Season Preview Unranked
Ranking from the Sporting News: Unranked
Ranking from ESPN: Unranked
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