Remember that Gregory Santos RHP was DFA'd off the Giants 40-man roster to make room for Sean Manaea LHP? Well, he was. The Giants were able to work out a trade with trade with the White Sox for Cade McClure RHP who is an interesting prospect.
Cade McClure RHP. DOB: 2/12/1996. 6'7", 220 lbs. Drafted 2017 Round 6.
2022(AAA): 4-4, 4.97, 87 IP, 9.93 K/9, 2.90 BB/9, 1 Save, xFIP= 4.21.
McClure's scouting report says his FB goes 92-95 MPH with a slider he uses as a putaway pitch and a changeup that needs work. He is excellent against RH batters but the subpar changeup causes him to struggle against LH batters. Love the size. Love the low BB rate for a tall guy. Maybe the Giants pitching magicians can help him work on that changeup? I would think we'll get a glimpse or two in spring training.
He can Hjelle can swap tips about some potential issues they share uniquely.
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