We received two more contracts back today on players that didn't make the today's press release - shortstop Brad Miller and RHP Zac Cole.
Miller was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers out of Cowley County Community College and spent the past two seasons in their organization. Last year he hit .231 with 6 doubles, 2 home runs, and 4 stolen bases in just 117 at-bats at class low-A West Virginia Power. Jeff Isom, who is now the manager of Power, likened Miller's ability to Justin Holmes.
Cole is a hard throwing right-hander that pitched in rookie ball for the Orioles last year, but was recommended to us by a connection in the Diamondbacks system. Reports show Cole throwing consistently in the 91-94 mph range. For the Orioles, Cole threw 12.1 innings with 11 walks, 11 strikeouts, 2 saves, and a 5.86 ERA. Cole is candidate for either starting or relieving. There is also a chance we will turn him into our closer.
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Wow it sounds as if youve got some arms on the staff this year. I also like the competition factor you have on the pitching staff. I have heard some things about Brad Miller and it sounds as if he will fit in nicely with that squad. Also a side question Jason. Is it possible Locke could be closing this season? Keep up the great work and thanks again for keeping us updated during your busy time.
We're excited about the talent on the pitching staff this year - we have quite a few power arms, especially in the bullpen. We are also excited about the addition of Miller, and we have another contract out on an infielder who I believe will be a front line 3rd basemen in our league, but he can also play shortstop or 2nd base in a pinch.
As for our closer's role, I think it is a definite possibility that Locke could be closing games this year. You typically don't see a lot of left-handed closers, but Locke has the stuff to do it as this level. Adding Ted Gjeldum to the bullpen would free up Locke to be the closer, but Zac Cole, Rory James, amongst a couple others will also be in the mix. It will depend on what we see out of them in training camp.
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