LA MIRADA, Calif. --- Biola University junior closer Cameron McVey was selected by the San Francisco Giants in the 22nd round of the Major League Baseball draft, going as the 687th selection overall on the second day of the three-day draft.

McVey, who was voted the GSAC Closer of the Year, was 2-3 with a 2.53 ERA, recording 14 saves and 39 strikeouts in 31 innings pitched, holding opposing hitters to a .181 batting average. He had as many saves as the next highest team in the conference and twice as many as another individual pitcher. McVey was third overall in the NAIA in saves.

"Playing baseball is something I've done my whole life and now I can finally turn it into a career," said McVey. "And what an opportunity to play for the defending World Champs!"

McVey, who hails from Glendora and transfered to Biola from Mt. San Antonio College, was one of four All-GSAC selections for the Eagles this season. He also earned GSAC Pitcher of the Week honors on April 4 after recording four saves in as many opportunities as Biola won five games in one week. He allowed just two hits in those four appearances while striking out six.

"I want to say thank you to Coach Verhoeven for helping me to get ready to pursue my career as a professional athlete," said McVey. "I believe everything happens for a reason and I am glad God is helping out and putting me on his path."

McVey will play in the Alaska Baseball League this summer for the Peninsula Oilers based out of Kenai, Alaska. Once the summer ball season ends, McVey will report to the Giants. 

McVey becomes the 18th Biola player drafted by an MLB team and the 13th under Head Coach John Verhoeven. However, he may not be the final one out of this year's draft as scouts have had their eyes on at least four other Eagle players. Rounds 31-50 begins on Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time.