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Old 01-05-2012, 01:44 AM   #14
Left-handed Badger
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Well, he reminds me a little of a lefty I got right now with KC. who is 26 (my guy has better movement). led league in fewest H/9, and most k/9. Also had most BB/9. I've gotten away with it via great defense when they do make contact, and he gives up few HRs. He also had a ridiculous BA from lefty opponents they hit something like .150 off him. (note: and his 3 pitches are Fastball, Cutter, Slider, too. Though in his case the Cutter is better than the SLider)

Course, one epic game I took him out after 5 because he got fatigued. He had a no-hitter, but had 8 BBs and 3 HBPs (9 Ks, 2 induced DPs). He left with a 2-1 lead. We held on. (not the no-hitter though). His ERA is ok, but nothing great. I am tempted to move him to the bullpen (Most of my relievers are high-80s throwing groundball inducers, his 99 MPH Ks would make for a good change of pace.)


I also have a prospect like that too. He couldnt make it out of A-ball as a starter, I converted him to relief and he made it all the way to a Sept. callup (though he probably will start in AAA next season)

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