Mason Black RHP. DOB: 12/10/1999. 6' 3", 230 lbs. Drafted 2021 Round 3.
2024(AAA): 5-6, 4.59, 84.1 IP, 9.28 K/9, 4.16 BB/9.
2024(MLB): 1-5, 6.44, 36.1 IP, 7.68 K/9, 3.72 BB/9.
Black had a rough introduction to the major leagues in 2024 but did have a couple of really good starts. Looking at his pitch selection and values on Fangraphs, he was exclusively sinker-slider in 2023 and added a 4 seam FB in 2024 which produced a pitch mix of 1/3 each 4-seam, sinker, slider. Interestingly the 4-seam was his least effective pitch. His average velocity for both the 4-seam and sinker were about 92.5 MPH. He also threw a changeup but less than 5% of pitches. Projections like him a lot better for 2025 with ERA's in the mid-4's. Look for him to tweak his pitch mix in spring training and start the season on AAA. He still has 2 options years. He may need to develop the changeup more if he wants to remain a SP.
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