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June 1st Development Update, pt. 3
Let's talk about Mike Lizarraga (again.)
Lizarraga was the Brewers 14th round draft pick in 1971 (297th overall). He was a two-way player at El Paso College and many teams were scouting him as a position player, not as a pitcher. But the Brewers scouting staff liked what they saw of his potential on the mound. And when combined with his strong character qualities- high intelligence and a great work ethic and adaptability- they felt they got a steal getting him in the 14th round.
And so far it looks like they were probably right.
Lizarraga, at age 23, continues to develop towards greatness, and could emerge as the high leverage reliever they will be needing to take the place of the aging Jose de los Santos.
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