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25 – Sometimes guys can perfect a secondary pitch or two which increases their effectiveness. That can happen at any level.
Helsley’s BABiP was lower than Parson’s but nobody says his season was smoke and mirrors. Nobody mentions Graceffo’s .237 BABiP. Nobody mentions Paniagua’s .257 BABiP. I have noticed many times that those kind of stats only matter when they support the desired narrative.
If some actually believe that Parsons will be added to the 40-man, then good for you. We will see soon enough how the Cardinals feel about it. That is all that matters.
BW You are right, they probably won’t. They are so good at developing starters there is no reason to question their decision making criteria.
The Cardinal Nation's AFL Fall Stars Game recap includes audio of Jordan Walker recapping his unusual ninth-inning matchup against #STLCards teammate Tink Hence. Connor Thomas tossed a clean inning on eight pitches and Masyn Winn had a fielding gem. (free) https://t.co/mipB7bRwqq pic.twitter.com/e2LVA0Q1Er
— Brian Walton (@B_Walton) November 7, 2022
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ICYMI yesterday, from the Arizona Fall League, #STLCards no. 1 prospect Jordan Walker discussed a variety of topics including the stat he is most proud of, his hitting approach, defensive transition from 3B to OF, how he'll set goals for 2023 and more. ($) https://t.co/FRnzYrM6oY pic.twitter.com/C2QnAv3PG6
— Brian Walton (@B_Walton) November 7, 2022
I wonder whatThomas is doing differently in the AFL? I don’t recall seeing a pitcher struggle at AAA, and then excel in Arizona. He is borderline worthy of adding to 40 man roster. I think he could be taken fromus, and stashed in someone’s bullpen especially since he is a lefty.
The competition is probably less than facing AAA hitters all the time. BW pointed out that the American League teams didn’t send top prospects this year.
Concerning Thomas, I read somewhere that he was working on a new pitch that was making a difference. A sinker, I believe. He is getting more swing and miss stuff.
For much more on Thomas, check this out. Other stories about his improvement seem to have exaggerated certain aspects.
"Connor Thomas in His Own Words". After his successful Fall Stars Game start, the hottest pitcher in the Arizona Fall League spoke to me about his mound improvement, the impending 40-man roster decision by the #STLCards, the pitch clock and much more. ($) https://t.co/z5X3uFP9cF pic.twitter.com/QYmY9ACKJj
— Brian Walton (@B_Walton) November 8, 2022
In today's Salt River AFL game at Mesa, #stlcards SS Masyn Winn is batting 2nd and CF Jordan Walker is the cleanup hitter. LH Connor Thomas will make his final AFL start tomorrow. Hear his interview following his Fall Stars start at The Cardinal Nation. https://t.co/z5X3uFP9cF pic.twitter.com/GKa9s4Nb0K
— Brian Walton (@B_Walton) November 8, 2022
Salt River lost to Mesa in Tuesday AFL action. #STLCards SS prospect Masyn Winn was 0-for-4 with a walk and a run scored. CF Jordan Walker was 1-for-4 with a double, walk, an RBI and a run scored. Mike Antico pinch ran and stole a base. (free) https://t.co/OZq0uo1Lto pic.twitter.com/DMDiArmc5u
— Brian Walton (@B_Walton) November 9, 2022
Salt River beat Scottsdale in Wednesday AFL action. #STLCards C Pedro Pages was 3-for-3 with a run scored and Mike Antico had an RBI. SP Connor Thomas gave up 2 R, 1 ER, on 2 hits in 3 IP. Kyle Leahy had 2 scoreless IP and Ryan Loutos one in relief. (free) https://t.co/Q7GwSQtcEI pic.twitter.com/Kao8fPNo1d
— Brian Walton (@B_Walton) November 10, 2022
Every time I listen to one of these ‘in his own words’ interviews, I come away hoping and praying the kid makes it to the Bigs.
Glad you like them. Masyn Winn is queued up for tomorrow. I was impressed with him.
Still to come are Mike Antico, Ryan Loutos and Kyle Leahy. And a lot of photos!
In their final Arizona Fall League game, Salt River fell to Glendale on Thursday. #STLCards SS prospect Masyn Winn singled, doubled and drove in a run and RF Jordan Walker singled. CF Mike Antico struck out twice and RH Tink Hence surrendered a run. (free) https://t.co/gk3E0jWy7j pic.twitter.com/yS1h8R0gyS
— Brian Walton (@B_Walton) November 11, 2022
It would be nice to interview the manager to get his thoughts on what the Cardinal players do well, and what they need to work on.
More honors for #stlcards prospects from the Arizona Fall League. LHS Connor Thomas and OF Jordan Walker were named to the 12-man All-AFL Team. Thomas was earlier named the AFL Pitcher of the Year. Will the 24-year-old go onto the 40-man roster later today? I predicted "yes". pic.twitter.com/NdOhiGA12E
— Brian Walton (@B_Walton) November 15, 2022
MLB.com ranked Walker #1 and Winn #7 in terms of AFL peformances. No questions about Winn’s defense at short.
The Cardinal Nation's annual look back at the #STLCards prospect hitters in the Arizona Fall League, led by All-AFL outfielder Jordan Walker. @luke_kotcher reports. (free) https://t.co/OCUEhxRZBe pic.twitter.com/ISGeafevyD
— Brian Walton (@B_Walton) November 18, 2022
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