Yerry Rodriguez - Competing for bullpen spot Rodriguez will be competing for a full-time spot in the Rangers' bullpen this season, MLB Pipeline reports. Impact Once a starting pitching prospect, Rodriguez's fastball can touch triple digits and averaged 98.1 mph in 2022, and he will focus solely on relief work going forward. He has a sweeping low-80s slider to pair with his plus fastball. Rodriguez logged a 4.27 ERA, 1.56 WHIP, 73 strikeouts and four saves in 49 games while navigating hitter-friendly conditions in the Pacific Coast League last season.
FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE