Welcome to the Minor League Update. Every day, we bring you the latest news about the prospects you care about and those you should keep an eye on. Here’s a recap of yesterday’s standout performances:
Hitter of the Day
Liover Peguero, SS, Pittsburgh Pirates (Triple-A Indianapolis): 3-5, 2B, 2 HR, SB.
Despite his struggles at the plate in 2024, Peguero showed promise with a stellar performance yesterday. He needs more days like this to solidify his potential and overcome his high strikeout rate.
Pitcher of the Day
Isaac Coffey, RHP, Boston Red Sox (Double-A Portland): 5 IP, 0 ER, 4 H, 11 K, 0 BB.
Coffey showcased his pitching prowess once again, striking out 11 batters in a dominant outing. His unorthodox delivery style continues to baffle hitters with its effectiveness.
Reid Detmers, LHP, Angels (Triple-A Salt Lake): 7 IP, 1 ER, 6 H, 9 K, 1 BB, 1 HRA.
Detmers put on a solid performance despite facing some tough luck this season. He continues to impress with his pitching skills and ability to shut down hitters.
Rhett Lowder, RHP, Reds (Triple-A Louisville): 6 IP, 0 ER, 3 H, 7 K, 0 BB.
Lowder made an impressive debut in the International League, showcasing his talent and potential as a top prospect in the minors.
Manuel Beltre, 2B/SS, Blue Jays (Low-A Dunedin): 3-5, 3B, HR, SB.
Beltre, a young player with promising skills, displayed his power and speed in yesterday’s game, showing glimpses of his potential.
Brandon Birdsell, RHP, Cubs (Triple-A Iowa): 6 IP, 0 ER, 4 H, 9 K, 0 BB.
Birdsell continues to impress as he moves closer to a potential MLB promotion, showcasing his pitching prowess and talent on the field.
Travis Adams, RHP, Twins (Double-A Wichita): 6 IP, 0 ER, 1 H, 10 K, 1 BB.
Adams demonstrated his pitching ability with a strong performance, utilizing his high heat and breaking balls to outdo his opponents.
Aidan Miller, SS, Phillies (High-A Jersey Shore): 3-3, HR, BB.
Miller, a first-round pick from 2023, continues to excel at the plate with his advanced approach and skills.
George Valera, OF, Guardians (Triple-A Columbus): 3-5, 2 HR.
Valera showed his power at the plate with a strong performance, despite some challenges he has faced at the Triple-A level.
Others of Note
Highlighting some more standout performances from yesterday’s games:
Dylan O’Rae, 2B, Brewers (Double-A Biloxi): 4-5, 2B, 3B.
Zyhir Hope, OF, Dodgers (Low-A Rancho Cucamonga): 3-3, HR, BB, SB.
DaShawn Keirsey Jr., OF, Twins (Triple-A St. Paul): 4-4, 3B, HR, SB.
Alejandro Rosario, RHP, Rangers (High-A Hickory): 5 IP, 0 ER, 2 H, 9 K.
Yorman Gomez, RHP, Guardians (High-A Lake County): 7 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 5 K, 2 BB, 1 HRA.
Malvin Valdez, OF, Reds (Low-A Daytona): 3-3, 3B, 2 BB.
Keyner Benitez, LHP, Marlins (Low-A Jupiter): 5 IP, 0 ER, 2 H, 7 K, 1 BB.
Fabian Pertuz, SS, Cubs (Double-A Tennessee): 3-4, HR, SB.
Drake Baldwin, C, Braves (Triple-A Gwinnett): 2-4, HR, BB.
Jansel Luis, SS, Diamondbacks (Low-A Visalia): 3-5, 2B, 3B, SB.
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