A Closer Look at Matt Palmer

Since making his season debut on April 23, Matt Palmer has been a solid pitcher, though not necessarily overly impressive.  He had managed to keep his record unblemished, going 6-0 over nine starts (10 appearances), before taking a bit of a beating last night, taking his first loss.  His other peripherals prior to last night’s start were:

56.2 Innings
4.13 ERA
1.27 WHIP
35 Strikeouts (5.56 K/9)
22 Walks (3.49 BB/9)
.261 BABIP

Now 30 years old, the former 2002 31st-round draft pick made his major league debut with the Giants last season.  His long wait did not lead to rave reviews, making three starts and getting lit up to the tune of a 8.53 ERA and 2.37 WHIP.

Those are hardly numbers that scream &ldquo...

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