Joe Whitman LHP. DOB: 9/17/2001. 6' 5", 200 lbs. Drafted 2023 Round 2C
2024(A): 1-5, 4.29, 50.1 IP, 9.66 K/9, 4.65 BB/9.
2024(A+): 2-3, 4.96, 52.2 IP, 9.23 K/9, 1.88 BB/9.
Whitman was widely considered the top LHP in the 2023 draft. He got MLB SP size and scouting reports give him a low-mid 90's FB with a 60 grade slider and 50 grade changeup to back it up. Dropped his walk rate dramatically after a promotion to A+ but ERA remained in the 4's although his FIP was over a run lower. GB rate was slightly higher in A+. If the scouting reports on his stuff are correct, he just needs to polish his game. Maybe the friendly confines of Richmond's ballpark will help his ERA catch up with his FIP. Still has 2 years on his normal development curve before he will be Rule 5 Draft eligible.
A thanks for all the continued great stuff you arte putting out and giving us an opportunity to learn, discuss and maybe even vent a little (nah!).
ReplyDeleteI think Whitman kinda gets lost in the sauce with all the other young starters...He needs a healthy, consistent year to start a climb against the competition.
SteveVA
Another outstanding write up. Thank you.
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