Offensively speaking, Jhonkensy Noel did most of the heavy lifting over the last week, though he had his own struggles this year, had six RBI and two homers and with a double as week, Bryan Rochio turned in another consistent week, with a homer, double, two RBI and three steals. James Karinchak remains in Triple-A and allowed two runs in three innings with seven strikeouts on the week. With three innings in his last two outings, it appears the Guardians are leaning toward keeping him as a reliever with Cal Quantrill returning and Williams having been called up. He tossed another inning, allowing a hit and a run on June 25 in the Clippers 7-6 win. He came on in relief during the doubleheader on June 21 and picked up a win in the 3-2 victory over Indianapolis. He has 13 strikeouts in 12 1/3 innings between is MLB stint and minor league stint so far this year. But he threw two perfect innings out of the bullpen on June 21 with two strikeouts. He averaged almost 95 with his fastball and induced 12 swings and misses as the Clippers still fell, 3-1, though Cantillo received a no-decision.Ĭleveland is still figuring out the best role for Cody Morris after he came back and was optioned down to get more available arms in the Guardians’ bullpen. Cantillo fanned eight and walked three in 5 2/3 innings, and then just three hits. The Guardians signed veteran RHP Jared Eickhoff and RHP Riley Smith out of independent leagues over the past week to fill out the roster while Zach Plesac remains on the developmental list and Gavin Williams remains in the Cleveland rotation for at least one more turn.Ĭolumbus did get some good news on the pitching front on June 23 as Joey Cantillo turned in what was probably his best start in Triple-A since being promoted. Injuries and callups continue to ravage the Clippers. Perhaps they can build up confidence at Triple-A and contribute to the big league club this season.Triple-A: Columbus Clippers (3-4) at Indianapolis Indians (Pirates) The outfield features three speedy center fielders in Daniel Johnson, Bradley Zimmer, and Oscar Mercado, who all have had stints in Cleveland but have not been able to perform at a high level consistently enough to stay there. Owen Miller and Ernie Clement can both play multiple positions, and Miller has particularly impressed with his bat the past month at the alternate site. 8 prospect Gabriel Arias looks primed to play shortstop with slugger Bobby Bradley manning first base. 1 prospect Nolan Jones will primarily play third base, but also should get reps in the corner outfield in case he’s needed, while CTC No. The infield is absolutely loaded with players who can help Cleveland this season. The most notable player is Gavin Collins, who has been above average almost every season since he was drafted in 2016, most recently posting a 108 wRC+ at High-A in 2019. There aren’t any elite prospects in the catching department in Columbus, which is usually reserved for veterans who can be called up in a pinch in case of injury. Other bullpen arms worth paying attention to are Anthony Gose, a converted former utility player who throws 100 mph, Robert Broom, a sidearmer with a career minor league ERA of 0.93, and Dalbert Siri, a 25-year-old Dominican who’s recorded 44 saves in the Cleveland system already. Kyle Nelson has already made it to Cleveland and should be back soon. The other starting pitchers to keep an eye on are Jean Carlos Mejia, a 24-year-old Dominican who might be the next man up if Sam Hentges or Triston McKenzie need to be sent down Eli Morgan, a 24-year-old right-hander out of Gonzaga with deceptive strikeout ability and Scott Moss, a 26-year-old southpaw who was one of the returns in the Trevor Bauer deal. 4 starter in Cleveland’s rotation, but command issues earned him a demotion, and hopefully he can figure it out in Columbus. Logan Allen began the 2021 season as the No. The Columbus pitching staff features four starters who are on Cleveland’s 40-man roster. 2021 Opening Day roster (AAA) Columbus Clippers #OurCLE #Future /IXDBFguIpR- Indians Prospective Pitching
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