Frazier weighing decision between Phillies, Pepperdine

Upland High School’s Scott Frazier, a 6-foot-7 power pitcher drafted in the 5th round by the Philadelphia Phillies on June 8, said he likely won’t decide until August whether to sign with the team or play baseball at Pepperdine. The 171st selection of the 2010 MLB draft, who is being advised by the Creative Arts Agency, hasn’t yet met with a Phillies representative to begin negotiating a signing bonus.

“We have an idea of what we’re looking for but we’re not 100 percent set on a number,” said Frazier. “It’s going to be a tough decision either way.”

After a stellar summer and an even better senior season in which his fastball velocity jumped from 92 or 93 mph to 96, the right-hander was expected to be selected in the first or second round. If the Phillies are going to sign Frazier, they may have to pay him more than 5th-round money.

“If I don’t go pro I’ll be able to get an education and get some good experience,” Frazier said. “The coaches at Pepperdine are very good and of course the coaches in the minor leagues are very good and it’s their job to develop players and get them to the big leagues as soon as possible. So whatever happens, we’ll figure out what’s best for me.”

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