Ross Detwiler wasn’t quite as sharp as his usual self yesterday against the Golden Gophers of Minnesota. He pitched 7.1 innings, striking out 7 of the 29 batters he faced, but he also allowed 4 runs on 5 hits and 3 walks. 2 of the runs were charged as earned. He also threw a wild pitch with runners on the corners, allowing a run to score. Missouri state was blanked, 4-0.
Matt Leach has a profile of the return of Blake Hawksworth.
Fanhome has an interview with play by play man David Kelly of the Memphis Redbirds.
Why didn’t I see this before? The chadbradfordwannabee of Bullpen Mechanics has his reviews on Chris Perez and Adam Ottavino based on their scouting videos at MLB.com:
On Ottavino:
I don’t see the “aggressiveness” that he has on the mound on his video. Decent arm action, but doesn’t use his body well enough for my liking. As a safe, polished pick, then he’s Ok. I don’t see massive upside with this pick, but I can see him dominate the lower levels before he plateaus at AA.
Grade: C+
Ottavino’s had a terrific start in the New York-Penn League with a 1.46 ERA and 22 strikeouts in 24 2/3 innings for State College.
On Perez:
Quick, powerful, compact arm action. I love this pick at 42. Good intent to throw. Gets out in front well enough. Like how late he breaks his hands.
Grade: B+
Perez has a 1.59 ERA in 6 relief appearances for the Quad Cities Swing.
Gomez goes on to rank put the pitchers in his own draft order based on talent, and has Perez at 14 and Ottavino at 32. Pretty bearish on overall for Ottavino and quite bullish re: Perez.
That’s all for now…
Filed under: Adam Ottavino, Blake Hawksworth, Chris Perez, Ross Detwiler Watch
