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BALLER MOVE: Target ~130 Overall
ANALYSIS: Two years removed from Tommy John surgery, former top prospect Carlos Carrasco finally enjoyed a breakout year for the Indians in 2014. He flourished once he was inserted into the Indians’ starting rotation, posting a 1.72 ERA while striking out 86 in the 78.2 IP after the All-Star break.
Carrasco was a groundball machine and displayed pinpoint control, as evidenced by his 1.95 BB/9 rate. Using his hard slider more frequently than in 2013 helped him generate a stellar 9.4 K/9 rate. He registered an excellent 2.44 FIP, and did a great job keeping the ball in the park (.47 HR/9 rating). Carrasco is a bargain who should be available in the 11th round of your average 12-team standard draft.
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