This is your Diamondbacks Stats, News, Rumors, and Commentary Roundup for the Morning of July 29, 2021.
A Look at Diamondbacks Pitchers’ Horizontal Movement on Pitches
Humberto Castellanos
He features a Four Seam Fastball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 3.8 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a changeup that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 7.5 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a curveball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 5.1 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He tends to get less horizontal movement on his slider than most pitchers as his horizontal movement is 1.0 inches on average for each pitch.
Noe Ramirez
He features a Four Seam Fastball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 4.7 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a changeup that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 7.7 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He does not feature a curveball or he does not throw it enough to qualify.
He features a slider that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 7.1 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
Taylor Clarke
He features a Four Seam Fastball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 3.4 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a changeup that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 8.2 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a curveball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 4.3 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He tends to get less horizontal movement on his slider than most pitchers as his horizontal movement is 1.3 inches on average for each pitch.
Jake Faria
He features a Four Seam Fastball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 2.5 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He does not feature a changeup in his arsenal of pitches.
He features a curveball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 3.7 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He tends to get less horizontal movement on his slider than most pitchers as his horizontal movement is 1.1 inches on average for each pitch.
Joe Mantiply
In absolute terms, his Four Seam Fastball has far more horizontal movement than most pitchers, it gets 7.3 inches of horizontal movement each time.
He features a changeup that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 9.9 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He does not feature a curveball or he does not throw it enough to qualify.
He features a slider that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 4.5 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
Joakim Soria
He features a Four Seam Fastball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 2.8 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He does not feature a changeup in his arsenal of pitches.
He features a curveball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 9.6 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a slider that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 7.9 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
Merrill Kelly
He features a Four Seam Fastball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 4.0 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a changeup that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 8.9 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a curveball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 5.4 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He does not feature a slider or he does not throw it enough to qualify.
Taylor Widener
He features a Four Seam Fastball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 3.5 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a changeup that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 9.0 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He does not feature a curveball or he does not throw it enough to qualify.
He features a slider that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 2.8 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
Luke Weaver
He features a Four Seam Fastball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 4.0 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a changeup that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 7.4 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a curveball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 2.7 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He does not feature a slider or he does not throw it enough to qualify.
Caleb Smith
He features a Four Seam Fastball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 6.8 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a changeup that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 8.4 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a curveball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 3.9 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a slider that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 2.3 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
Zac Gallen
He features a Four Seam Fastball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 2.2 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a changeup that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 7.6 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a curveball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 5.1 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a slider that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 4.7 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
Madison Bumgarner
He features a Four Seam Fastball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 5.0 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a changeup that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 7.2 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He features a curveball that generates above-average horizontal movement to test the strike zone edges, it is 5.8 inches of horizontal movement per pitch.
He does not feature a slider or he does not throw it enough to qualify.
Now onto the News, Rumors, and Commentary…
“The Diamondbacks have released right-hander Jon Duplantier, writes Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. The move clears a spot on the D-Backs 40-man roster. Arizona is hoping to bring Duplantier back on a minor league deal, according to Piecoro. The righty recently suffered a season-ending lat strain while pitching in the minors. Injured players cannot be…”
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“After picking up shortstop Willy Adames and first baseman Rowdy Tellez in earlier trades, the Brewers have made another addition to the infield. Milwaukee announced the acquisition of All-Star Eduardo Escobar from the Diamondbacks this evening. Catcher Cooper Hummel and infielder Alberto Ciprian are going to the D-Backs in return. Escobar has been one of the game’s most obvious trade candidates for months…”
Above is the summary of: Brewers Acquire Eduardo Escobar… tap or click to check out the full article.
“Visalia would take the lead in the 9th with 2 outs, as Neyfy Castillo would double to left then score on a single to center off the bat of Elian Miranda. A pair of walks to start the inning were rewarded with timely hits, as Amarillo would pick up 3 of their 4 hits with a runner in scoring position in that inning and the one out being a groundout. Top Pitching Performance: Hillsboro RHP Slade Cecconi – 6 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 1 BB, 6 K, W (4-2) Top Hitting Performance: Hillsboro SS Blaze Alexander – 2 for 2, 2B, 3 BB, 4 R AA: Amarillo Sod Poodles 11, San Antonio Missions 7 Kenny Hernandez was the victim of untimely poor defense, as 4 of the 6 runs he allowed were unearned thanks to 3 errors behind him. Perhaps a sign of good things to come, Visalia would immediately push 3 runs on the board to tie it up in the top of the 8th on Jose Curpa’s 2-run triple.”
Above is the summary of: Diamondbacks Minor League Recap 7/28/21: Visalia finally wins a game!… tap or click to check out the full article.
“”I’m assuming our fan base would [look at] what our record is and understand that where we stand right now over the next two months, this is about acquiring as much talent as we can to continue to build forward from this point,” Hazen said. “Offensively, from a profile standpoint, he has a great idea of the strike zone, gets on base,” D-backs general manager Mike Hazen said. “I wouldn’t expect a rash of trades, I don’t necessarily think that’s what we’re looking at right now. “You know I can’t go into specifics on [possible deals],” Hazen said.”
Above is the summary of: Takeaways: Escobar dealt for prospects… tap or click to check out the full article.
“NATIONAL LEAGUE WEST D-backs: Corbin Martin, RHP (No. NATIONAL LEAGUE CENTRAL Brewers: Patrick Weigel, RHP (No. The 27-year-old right-hander overcame Tommy John surgery in 2017 to make his Major League debut last season and has made three appearances for Milwaukee in 2021. AMERICAN LEAGUE CENTRAL Twins: Jhoan Duran, RHP (No.”
Above is the summary of: The best prospects acquired in trades… tap or click to check out the full article.
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