Monday, January 23, 2023

DrB's 2023 Giants Top 50 Prospects: #30 Chris Wright

 Chris Wright LHP.  DOB:  10/14/1998.  6'1", 205 lbs.  Drafted 2019 Round 12.

2022(AA):  4-2, 3.86, 56.0 IP, 12.21 K/9, 5.63 BB/9, 6 Saves.

AA Richmond is usually the most pitcher-friendly stop on the Giants organizational ladder.  Wright found it more difficult than A+ Eugene where he recorded a 0.97 ERA and 17 Saves in 2021.  It looks like he mainly struggled with control/command as the walk rate went up to alarming levels.  AAA Sacramento is generally a tougher spot for pitchers so he's going to have to up his game.

Video on the Youtube shows a mix of 95 MPH FB's and a diving slider out of a 3/4 delivery.  Some violence in the delivery which may explain the high walk rate.

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