Truman Pauley is a right-handed pitcher from Harvard University, selected by the New York Mets in the 12th round (373rd overall) of the 2025 MLB Draft. As a rising junior and draft-eligible sophomore, Pauley stands at 6-foot-2 with a lean, athletic build, offering projection for added strength. He’s noted for his medical engineering concentration at Harvard, showcasing his academic prowess alongside his athletic talent.
College Career:
In 2025, Pauley had a standout season at Harvard, setting an Ivy League record
with 13 strikeouts in a single game.
2025 Harvard stat line –
14-G,
12-ST, 4-6, 4.61, 1.28, 1-SV, 70.1-IP, 91-K, 48-BB
Repertoire:
- Fastball:
Sits 91-94 mph, touching 95-96 mph,
with exceptional induced vertical break (IVB) averaging 22.5 inches, per
Baseball America. This gives it elite “riding life,” making it a
potentially plus pitch that’s difficult for hitters to square up.
- Sweeper:
A low-80s offering (80-84 mph) with 1 inch of vertical movement and -14
inches of horizontal break, described as a “hard gyro slider” with filthy
movement, ideal for missing bats.
- Slider:
A separate breaking ball at 82-85 mph with -5 inches of vertical and -3
inches of horizontal movement, adding versatility to his arsenal.
- Changeup:
Thrown sparingly, in the 80-85 mph range with 6 inches of vertical and 13
inches of horizontal movement, showing fade but needing further
development to become a reliable third pitch.
Scouting Notes:
Pauley’s stuff is electric but raw, with below-average command noted as a
primary area for improvement. His fastball’s high IVB and sweeper’s sharp break
make him a high-ceiling reliever prospect, though his athleticism and frame
suggest potential as a starter if he refines his control. Posts on X praise his
“fun” stuff, particularly the sweeper, and project him as a bullpen arm with
development potential.
Draft and Future:
Selected on July 14, 2025, Pauley’s draft slot value was around $150,000, but
as a 12th-rounder, he could negotiate a different signing bonus. As a
sophomore, he has leverage to return to Harvard, but his combine performance
and draft buzz suggest he’s likely to sign with the Mets, starting in their
minor league system, possibly at Low-A St. Lucie. His profile aligns with a
power reliever, but added command could elevate him to a mid-rotation starter.
Mack –
A
4.61-ERA for a starter in a small school, playing in a small division, is not
something to get excited about. For now. My hopes is they see something they can
correct I the very busy lab.
Rating - C
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