Just browsing minor league leaders on Fangraphs, looking at BB/K and BB% for ARL guys and came across this freak: Emmanuel Rodriguez (MIN) 19 yo OF in A ball. Came into the season as the 25th ranked prospect in the Twins org. 199 PAs. 28.6% BB (!!!) 26.1% K .272/.492/.551 That walk rate is unbelievable. And he's 19. The twins are in 1st and could use a catcher....
It's funny, these situations where infield defense is critical are the ones I most miss the old team. Having Rizzo and Baez on the infield, I always felt pretty good about them. And, yep.
Thought I'd have to wait until July or September to see Velazquez. I've been a big fan for a while and this is easily the most exciting news of the season so far. Hope Kilian isn't far behind.
Kilian came out for the 5th and gave up a run before getting pulled. 4.0IP 4H 2BB 1ER 6K Also, LHP Brandon Hughes' #'s are ridiculous; they basically always have been. Probably has a place in the ML bullpen.