Our first episode didn't destroy the internet, so we decided to do a second. We talked about Trevor Bauer.
Effectively Wild Episode 2: "Explosion"
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As for the topic, we have been spoiled by all the immediate impact prospects over the last ~2 years. And Parks said recently that there are more to come (I think on Up & In). I wonder if this will affect the type of prospect who takes a while to 'get it' in the majors, or at least the perception of them.
The kid has talent. Five minutes of watching him at UCLA proved that to me. But, he thinks he can do it his own way and that he can get guys to chase. He's actually been quoted as saying that he'll walk a guy if he likes the match-up with the next batter better than what he's got in front of him.
So is it control problems caused by a mechanical issue or is it just that this dude is too stubborn to pound the strike zone and it costs him?