Former Pioneer Heath Hembree Named #3 Prospect in Giants Organization by Baseball America.

Background: Hembree lasted until the fifth round of the 2010 draft because he didn't have much of a track record. He missed his senior year of high school after tearing up his knee playing football and pitched just 29 innings in two seasons of NCAA Division I baseball (South Carolina in 2008, College of Charleston in 2010) sandwiched around a tremendous season at powerhouse Spartanburg Methodist (S.C.) JC. In his first full pro season, he led the minors with 38 saves.

Scouting Report: Hembree consistently works at 93-96 mph without having to muscle the ball. His fastball has explosive movement and he likes to work up the ladder, overpowering hitters at the letters. His slider has the makings of a plus pitch, while his changeup is a work in progress. Hembree won't get away with as many mistakes up in the zone against big leaguers, and he'll have to throw more strikes. He maintains his composure on the mound, a good attribute for a future closer.

The Future: Hembree's stuff and confidence have prompted the Giants to compare him to Brian Wilson. He has an easygoing personality and probably wears socks that actually match, so he's no Wilson clone, but he's likely to be pitching in meaningful, late-inning situations in the near future. Hemree could be setting up Wilson by the all-star break.