Tyler Kolek
6-14-13 - Todd Gold@TGold_PG - 2014 RHP Tyler Kolek (Shepherd, TX) sat
92-95 with severe downhill leverage and + extension, flashed + SL in 1st IP of
PGNational
6-14-13 - Frankie Piliere@FPilierePG - Tyler Kolek just pounded the zone
at 95-96, topped 97 in his second inning. Easy velo
7-2-13 - 7. Tyler Kolek- RHP, Shepherd (TX) HS - 6’5, 230 RHP who touched 97 at TOS and
National Showcase. Rumored triple digits http://www.ninebaseball.org/Wordpress/jeff-sullivans-top-100-2014-prospects/
7-5-13 - Tyler Kolek, RHP, Shepherd HS (TX) - The 6’-6”, 240-pound
right-hander established himself as an early front runner when he hit 100 mph
on some scouts radar guns at Area Code tryouts in June. He then sat in the
mid-90s at the Perfect Game Nationals with good feel for a slider that has plus
potential. His size suggests even more velocity could be coming, and he has
great body control considering his frame. He has been timed at 4.8 in the 40,
showing great athleticism. Texas is known for producing big, hard-throwing
right-handers, and Kolek definitely fits the mold. http://throughthefencebaseball.com/prep-arms-chicago-cubs/34856#Vp7zJ4JvRevfV1fR.99
7-24-13 - 1. Tyler Kolek, rhp, Shepherd (Texas)
HS/Houston Banditos - Kolek broke his non-throwing arm early in his junior
season. He resumed throwing in early May and within a month his 91-94 mph
velocity jumped to 97, and he touched 99 mph at an Area Code Games tryout. The
6-foot-6, 250-pound Kolek has strength throughout his extra-large frame, long
levers and athleticism, garnering Division I scholarship offers as a defensive
end. A Texas Christian signee, he delivers his fastball from a three-quarters
arm slot, giving it heavy boring action and good downhill plane. Both his
low-80s slider and mid-70s curveball show plus or better potential, with the
curveball showing more promise. http://www.baseballamerica.com/draft/tyler-koleks-heavy-fastball-among-tournament-of-stars-standouts/
7-25-13 – Top 30 High School Prospects For 2014 Draft - 3. Tyler Kolek,
RHP, Shepherd HS (TX) - 6'5/230, Draft Day Age: 18.48, No college commitment,
Full Report & Video - Quick Take: Scouts were tossing around Jonathan Gray
comparisons (2013 #3 overall pick, Rockies) when the XL-framed righty hit 100
mph a few months ago with a plus high-70's curveball. http://sbb.scout.com/2/1310090.html
8-14-13 – Through The Fence – Top 50 Prospects – 6. Tyler Kolek, RHP,
Shepherd HS (TX) - Just days after I put out my first mock, the 6’-6”
right-hander hit 100 mph at the Area Code tryouts. He then sat in the mid-90s
at the Perfect Game Nationals with a good feel for a slider that has plus
potential. Then, at the Perfect Game All-American Classic, he hit 99 mph,
setting a record for the event. His size suggests even more velocity could be
coming, and he has great body control considering his frame. He has been timed
at 4.8 in the 40, showing great athleticism. Texas is known for producing big,
hard-throwing right-handers, but Kolek definitely fits the mold. http://throughthefencebaseball.com/2014-mlb-draft-top-50-prospects/36463#mwWwsFxSUZy7YC5V.99
8-13-13 - The Perfect Game All-American Classic in San Diego - * There’s
not much to say about Tyler Kolek (Shepard High School, Tex.) that hasn’t been
said already, but I’ll try anyway. Kolek was 94-99 in his inning of work, and
the two breaking balls I saw were above-average offerings. If the draft were held
today, Kolek would be a lock to go in the top ten. http://mlbdraftinsider.com/2013/08/thoughts-on-perfect-game-all-american-classic/?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
8-16-13 - 11th All-American Classic - Tyler Kolek | RHP | Shepherd HS
(Shepherd, TX) Height/Weight:
6-foot-6/250 pounds B/T: R/R Draft Day Age: 18 years, 6 months Commitment: N/A Scouting Notes: Big Texas beef; easy 6’6’’
and easy 250; standard three-quarters slot; some effort; comes across the body
a bit; jerky in the set-up with a smoother release and landing; starts with low
hands and offers some deception in the swing; 97 mph on first pitch; fastball
worked 93-98, touched 99; heavy pitch; some horizontal movement as well;
low-80s slider with some tilt; overall command wasn’t sharp and breaking ball
didn’t wow, but arm strength is exceptional and fastball is impact pitch; body
and arm to chew innings. http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=21537
Most of the top high school hitters in the 2014 draft class are on hand
for the Under Armour All-America Game, powered by Baseball Factory. Friday’s
workout at the University of Illinois-Chicago’s Miller Field featured batting
practice, infield and outfield and a home run derby, winnowing the field for
Saturday’s derby prior to the game at Wrigley Field. Righthander Tyler Kolek,
the top pitcher in the 2014 prep class, said Friday night he will pitch in the
game Saturday. Kolek originally was expected to pitch for the USA Baseball 18U
national team but decided to come to the Under Armour Game after not being
selected for Team USA. There was talk Kolek would attend but not pitch, but the
Shepherd (Texas) High righty said he expected to appear. http://www.baseballamerica.com/draft/under-armour-all-star-game-notebook/
8-21-13 – Area Code Games - 1. Tyler Kolek, rhp, Shepherd (Texas)
High/Houston Heat - The 6-foot-5, 245-pound Kolek separated himself from the
rest of the high school crop early in the summer and retained his billing as
the top hurler in the class after showing his mid-90s fastball that touched 96
mph in Long Beach. His high-70s breaking ball showed two-plane break and depth.
Although he gave up five hits in three innings and his fastball velocity fell
to the low-90s in his third frame, four of his nine outs came via the
strikeout. The Texas Christian commit will be the first player ever drafted
from his high school. http://www.baseballamerica.com/draft/area-code-games-top-10-prospects/
8-25-13 - Nathan Rode @NathanRode
- Tyler Kolek (TX) erratic, but hard to argue with 94-97. Heavy ball
too. Walked two
8-25-13 - It’s Tyler Kolek’s size that makes him standout, but the stuff
is just as big. He features a heavy fastball that he can work down in the zone
with through a big leg kick. The fastball sat in the mid-90s while topping out at 96 MPH during the Area
Code Games. However, the fastball touched 99 MPH at the Perfect Game All
American Classic. While the big velocity receives all the publicity, Kolek also
possesses an advanced curveball with depth that can feature nasty two-plane
break at times. The curveball comes in anywhere from 77 to 80 MPH, but the vertical
break can be inconsistent. The control profile is iffy, but that can be
expected from a 17-year-old with special offerings, as he’s still learning how
to harness his pitches and get them over for the strikes. Kolek could become
the first prep pitcher to be taken off of the board due to his combination of
size and power stuff. He’ll also be the first person from Shepherd, Texas to be
drafted. http://rontrarianreport.com/2013/08/24/scouting-tyler-kolek-mlb-draft/
8-31-13 – Area Code Games - Tyler Kolek (RHP) 6’5″ 245; 2014 Big bodied
and country strong w/XXL features. Jonathon Gray (COL) body comp. Power arm
w/good rhythm to delivery; repeats. Lands closed and arm works across body at
times but does not effect strikes. Boring FB gets on hitters in a hurry. In the
starting role, its a fringy 7FB who can gear up to 8FB when needed. Shows the
makings of a true, power 7SL. CB has late, softer wrinkle that adds different look
to breaking ball. Still learning feel for CB spin. Heavy CH will play to
contact. Big upside power pitcher w/4-pitch mix. http://bigleaguefutures.net/1/2013/08/31/area-code-notes/
9-1-13 - Keith Law:
"Shepherd, Texas, right-hander Tyler Kolek, all 6-foot-6, 245
pounds of him, showed big velocity yet again. He worked 93-97 mph, throwing
just one off-speed pitch in an 81 mph curveball. Assuming he stays healthy,
he'll probably be the first prep pitcher taken next spring because of his sheer
size and fastball. However, other guys in the class have better feel or
command. www.baseballamerica.com
9-1-13 - Jim Callis – 3. Tyler Kolek, rhp, Shepherd (Texas) HS - His size
(6-foot-6, 250-pounds), consistent upper-90s fastball make him the top prep
prospect.
9-4-13 – Mack’s Mock Draft v1.0 – 11 – Mets – (compensation pick for
failure in signing 2013 10th overall pick, P Phil Bickford) – RHP Tyler Kolek – Shepard (TX) HS – Kolek is
the third of the four top high school righties in this draft. The 6-6 flamethrower turned on the scouts
early when their radar guns hit 100. Also has a + low-80s slider, and a low 70s
. He also set the record at the Perfect Game All-American Classic with a 99-mph
fastball. An absolutely great combination of size and speed that is impossible
to pass up on.
9-11-13 - Sully’s 2014 Top 100 MLB HS Draft Prospects - 4.Tyler Kolek –
RHP, Shepherd (TX) HS http://www.ninebaseball.org/Wordpress/sullys-2014-top-100-mlb-hs-draft-prospects
/
9-27-13 - Jim Callis - The 2014 Draft is a solid group that impresses
scouts more than the 2012 and 2013 talent pools. College pitching is always a
prized commodity, and there's plenty behind Rodon, starting with right-handers
Jeff Hoffman (East Carolina) and Tyler Beede (Vanderbilt). There's more
velocity this year in the high school ranks, with righty Tyler Kolek (Shepherd,
Texas, HS) leading the way with a consistent upper-90s fastball. The pitchers
stand out more than the position players, though there are plenty of intriguing
bats. Catcher/outfielder Alex Jackson (Rancho Bernardo HS, San Diego) and
shortstop Jacob Gatewood (Clovis, Calif., HS) offer plenty of power, while Trea
Turner (North Carolina State) has uncommon speed and is a rare collegian who
should be able to play shortstop in the Majors. http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130927&content_id=61864804&c_id=
9-29-13 – XMLBScout – 3.)RHP, Tyler Kolek, 6'5 250, R/R, Shepard HS,
Shepard TX, a big'un is all I can say, good arm strength, middle 90's with his
FB, at times the fb explodes with tailing life in vs RHH and on occ cuts the
fb, topped out at 96 on my gun, also threw some sharp breaking balls he calls a
curveball, I won't argue there, he's got a good one when he leads with front
elbow and keeps his arm arm and follows through properly, command of his
pitches is good for his size and improving from what I was told by several of
his team's followers at TOS, definite early round follow, could be in the top
10 for sure with his arm and projection, did have surgery a little while back
and seems completely 100%. http://xmlbscout.angelfire.com/
9-30-13 – TTF Mock 2.0 - 5. Minnesota Twins — Tyler Kolek, RHP, Sheppard
HS (TX) After selecting flamethrower
Kohl Stewart fourth-overall this year, the Twins can add another power arm in
Kolek, a 6’-6”, 240 pound right-hander who can touch triple-digits with his
fastball. I got to see him throw at Wrigley and he was hitting 99 mph with
ease. He also shows a good feel for a slider that has plus potential. His size
suggests even more velocity could be coming, and he has great body control
considering his frame. He has been timed at 4.8 in the 40, showing great
athleticism. He is another in a long line of country strong, hard throwers from
the state of Texas. http://throughthefencebaseball.com/2014-mlb-mock-draft-2-0-draft-order-set/38280#5E3F5j1jWOgE69bJ.99
10-9-13 – Early Pick for Cubs - Tyler Kolek, RHP, Sheppard HS (TX) - High
school arms are the riskiest of all 2014 MLB draft picks as they are usually
far from a finished product and injuries are always a concern. Their bodies
aren’t physically mature yet and there is a lot of projection involved when it
comes to pitching. At 6’-6”, 245 pounds and the ability to hit triple digits on
the radar gun, projection isn’t a concern with Kolek — he already is a man.
Aside from his plus heater, he also has shown the makings of a plus slider but
still needs to develop his offspeed stuff. He also runs a 4.8/40, showing great
athleticism for his size. The Cubs are trying to build a sustainable farm
system to be perennial contenders down the line. Kolek would be a kid who they
could take their time developing and the finished product could be silly. http://throughthefencebaseball.com/2014-mlb-draft-early-targets-chicago-cubs-fourth-overall-pick/38723
10-15-13 – Baseball America - 3. Tyler Kolek, rhp, Shepherd (Texas) HS:
Six-foot-6, 250-pounder has touched 99 mph and fits the Texas fireballer
description.
http://www.baseballamerica.com/college/2014-draft-top-50-october-2013-carlos-rodon/
11-11-13 – PG HS Rankings – 4 -
Tyler Kolek RHP 1B 6-5 230 R R Shepherd Shepherd TX Houston Heat
- Big RHP was up to 97 mph at PG
National. Arm works well and off speed shows good potential. Up to 99 mph at PG
All American Game http://www.perfectgame.org/Rankings/Players/Default.aspx?gyear=2014&num=500
11-14-13 - Michael Schwartze - Arms Dominate Class One of the biggest
strengths of this year’s class is the quality and depth of frontline starting
pitching. After the summer, it appears as if as many as 10 high school pitchers
could go in the first round. Right-hander Tyler Kolek (Shepard, Texas) brings
some of the biggest heat in the class. The 6-foot-6, 250-pound, right-hander
has been up to 99 mph and flashes two plus breaking balls: a low-80’s slider
and a mid-70’s curve. “Not a whole lot else to say, is there,” quipped one east
coast supervisor. “He’s big, strong, throws hard, shows a feel for his breaking
ball — both of them — and is a workhorse.” http://www.studentsports.com/blog/2013/11/13/baseball-jupiter-wraps-up-2013-showcase-circuit/
11-21-13 - Nathan Rode
@NathanRode - No. 2 Tyler Kolek, RHP, Shepherd HS, TX. TCU
recruit. Texas-sized at 6-5, 235. Up to 97 with hard slider.
11-21-13 – BA Top 100 High School Players - 1 Tyler Kolek RHP R/R 6-5 245
Shepherd (Texas) HS Texas Christian http://www.baseballamerica.com/college/2014-high-school-top-100-with-commitments/
11-27-13 – Big League Futures
Top 25 Poll – 7 Tyler Kolek RHP Shepher (TX) http://bigleaguefutures.net/1/2013/11/26/mlb-draft-top-25-prospects-poll/
12-10-13 – TTF – Top 50 HS Players - 3. Tyler Kolek, RHP, Shepherd HS
(TX) - Country strong at 6’-5” and 240 pounds, the right-hander can reach back
for triple digits with his fastball, but he needs work on his secondaries and
control. He does show a good feel for a slider that has plus potential and has
been clocked at 4.8 in the 40, showing very good athleticism for his size. He
may not have much projection left, but with his current velocity, not much more
is needed. Committed to TCU. http://throughthefencebaseball.com/2014-mlb-draft-top-50/40532#zz88YJZTOG8iEa1Z.99
B/R – 11-21-13 - 4. Chicago Cubs: Tyler Kolek, RHP, Shepherd HS (Texas) -
At 6’6”, 245 pounds, Tyler Kolek is a big, physical right-hander who boasts the
best fastball velocity in the class. Working on a downhill plane with a tough
three-quarters arm slot, Kolek works comfortably in the mid-90s and shown the
ability to bump 99-100 mph this summer. He also throws a slider that flashes
plus potential, as well as an average curveball and undeveloped changeup. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1860341-2014-mlb-mock-draft-early-first-round-projections-for-all-30-teams/page/10
12-9-13 – Pine Tar Press - 3- RHP Tyler Kolek Shepherd HS (TCU commit)
12/28/95- Big Texas kid with the quintessential “Texas body” who arrived late
on the scene in baseball circles because he missed his junior campaign with a
broken left arm. He arrived when he threw 97 at an Area Codes Game tryout and
followed that up as a late arrival to the PG National at the Metrodome. His
power arm is still finding command of his secondary pitches but it looks like
the slider might end up being his second offering. His younger brother, Stephen
looks to be a high pick in 2015. (White Sox @ 3) http://pinetarpress.com/early-look-2014-mlb-draft/
1-3-14 – TTF Baseball - 5. Minnesota Twins — Tyler Kolek, RHP, Sheppard
HS (TX) - I really like Kolek here. The 6’-5”, 240 pound right-hander is a
power arm whose fastball can touch triple digits. I saw him at Wrigley Field
for the Under Armour AA game and he was hitting the mid 90s with ease. He can
get wild with it at times but the arm strength is there already. He does show a
good feel for a slider that has plus potential but needs work on refining his
secondaries. Has been timed at 4.8 in the 40, so he shows very good athleticism
for his size. Lots of upside here. Committed to TCU. http://throughthefencebaseball.com/2014-mlb-draft-2/40753#ppGUqI6CbWFvzsPf.99
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