What the numbers say:
-103/12 K/BB between three levels in 2008
-Tons of fly balls
-Good control
What the scouting report says:
-Only reasonable command
-Righty
-Fastball that has topped out - topped out - at 87mph
-Loves to throw his change
-Unimpressive slider
-No out pitch
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If Manuel wants to succeed in the Major Leagues, he's facing an uphill battle, because minor league numbers be damned, his repertoire is bad, and it's not like he relies on a tricky delivery or anything. Quite honestly, as down as I am on Wlad, I figured we'd be able to get a little more in return. This is moderately disappointing.