Impact The strikeouts are always there for the 23-year-old fireballer, but the improved control he's shown lately -- a 2.7 BB/9 over that six-start span -- is key to Brown's eventual ascension to the big leagues. High walk rates have inflated his ratios throughout his journey through the minor leagues, but there's never been a question as to the quality of Brown's raw stuff. However, while this stretch might be enough for a promotion to the majors if Brown was playing for a different organization, the Astros have no room in their rotation for now. Brown could in theory make an impact in 2022 as a multi-inning bullpen arm, similar to how Houston brought Cristian Javier along, but the team hasn't signaled its intention in that regard.
AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
