“I’m throwing as hard as I ever did, but the ball is just not getting there as fast.” – Lefty Gomez
- MLB Analysis: Pitcher (2)
- MLB Analysis: Position Player (1)
- Pitching Prospect Primers (2)
- Prospect Profile (3)
- Uncategorized (1)
Miami’s Young Arms Could Put National League on Notice
People are sleeping on the Marlins. Even if they don’t make the playoffs, their pitchers will make for a competitive 162 games.
Kansas City Royals Pitching Prospect Primer
Photo Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn, Getty Images The Kansas City Royals have already used the 2020 season as a litmus test for their rebuild, showcasing young talent and kickstarting the graduation process for a handful of prospects. Pitching has been at the forefront of the Kansas City rebuild. Five first-round arms crowd the top of their…
Texas Rangers Pitching Prospect Primer
The first of its kind on Front-Door Fastballs, the Texas Rangers Pitching Prospect Primer will dive into Texas’ farm system in an effort to scout their young arms. This project will hopefully expand to all 30 MLB teams, creating a coherent compilation of rankings and projections. Before diving into the intriguing prospects this organization has…
The Curious Case of Clayton Beeter
From his history to his potential meteoric rise, Clayton Beeter enters professional baseball as one of its most interesting prospects.
Watch out baseball, the Padres’ pitchers are coming
A strong core, a talented roster, and an elite farm system have helped solidify the San Diego Padres as a premier up-and-coming team. The imminent sprint may not grant them a playoff spot, but San Diego is ready to win some baseball games. Even if their current ceiling is that of a persistent nuisance, nobody…
Masahiro Tanaka’s calling card holds the key to future success
Masahiro Tanaka has endured plenty of inconsistencies throughout his career. One aspect of his game can decide if those will continue.
How important are Mets’ injured veterans?
Outside of a few plate appearances in 2019, some infield drills with a massive leg brace, and an awkward media session just this week, there is not much evidence to suggest that Jed Lowrie is alive. Somehow, with the New York Mets, this is woefully unsurprising. A history of day-to-day nightmares, an infestation of injury…
Carter Kieboom a potential X-Factor for repeat-hungry Nationals
He’s struggled thus far in his Major League career, but Carter Kieboom could keep the Washington Nationals competitive among the league’s best.
Follow My Blog
Get new content delivered directly to your inbox.
frontdoorfastballs.com 