When one discovers the ability to throw a fastball in the 95-mph range, they’re typically best served honing that potential.
At LSU and the University of South Carolina, Michael Braswell was a pretty good Division I third baseman. But after slumping to the tune of a .189 batting average in 65 games as a senior, the 23-year-old wasn’t selected in the draft this July.
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Braswell kept pursuing his major league dream and was rewarded with a contract from the Kansas City Royals. However, he likely won’t be touching the infield as a professional.
Michael Braswell joining Royals as a pitcher
Braswell announced his own signing with the Royals on Instagram on Thursday — as a pitcher. It was a heck of a Christmas present to himself and his family, as he made clear in the caption.