Neftali Feliz
July 10, 2008 Posted by BrianThe Rangers top pitching prospect, 20 year old Neftali Feliz, was called up to AA Frisco on Saturday. He made his first start on Monday, and I had the opportunity to check it out. He gave up 6 H and 1 BB for 3 ER in 5 IP with 6 K’s. Not overly impressive by the numbers. Well here’s a couple number’s that should get you going. 101- The high mph Feliz threw on Monday. 96-98- The consistent range Feliz threw during his start. He throws so hard, and the impressive thing is that he does it with minimal effort. I watched the other pitcher try so hard to throw, and he barely touched 90 mph. Feliz does throw some off speed stuff (like 88-90 mph), but he hasn’t developed that as much yet, but that is the only thing he really needs to do. His control was excellent, as evidenced by his one walk allowed. He’s going to spend another year or two between AA and AAA marinating, but when he gets to Arlington, he’s going to be sick.
