The Boston Red Sox finally found their replacement for Jonathan Papelbon, trading Josh Reddick and two prospects to the Oakland A’s for Andrew Bailey and Ryan Sweeney.
JB Knox: Andrew Bailey Scouting Report
Enter JB Knox of 1313 Sports, who does the best he can to provide a thorough Bailey scouting report. There’s a lot in there, but what grabbed my attention:
In 2009, Bailey threw 47% four-seam fastballs, and struck out 28% of batters. Then his elbow acted up. In 2010, he checked in at 69% and 22%. In 2011, he checked in at 75% and 24%. Bailey’s still been good the last couple years, but he hasn’t been what he was as a rookie. That’s a thing.
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