Stop drafting the players I want. With the 574th pick, which is insane he fell that low, have fun with Chris Carpenter. He could move fast and be a pretty good setup man sooner than later. I mean he is not a franchise definer, but I still can't get over him falling that low with no one taking a chance on sign him, signability had to be a mega concern.
Ugh.
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Fastball:Carpenter has plus velocity, pitching in the 92-96 mph range. Slider:Carpenter will flash an above-average slider at times. Changeup:Carpenter has a changeup, but it's a below-average pitch. Control:Right now, his command is below-average, but it projects to be average. Poise:He's got average makeup, but he does pitch tentatively at times, perhaps because of past injuries. Physical Description:Oddly, he does have some similarities with Chris Carpenter, the big-league pitcher, but a better comparision might be Ryan Wagner. Medical Update:Carpenter had "Tommy John" surgery in 2005 and had his knee scoped in 2004. Strengths:He has a big arm with two plus pitches. Weaknesses:Injuries. He's had some trouble staying healthy, something sure to worry scouts. Summary:Carpenter has a big arm with a plus fastball and a slider that is often above-average as well. That two-pitch mix will be enough for him to perhaps be a setup guy at the next level rather than a starter. His health is a concern (Tommy John surgery in 2005) and might scare some people off, another reason why perhaps a bullpen role would be a good choice.