3 years agoMinnesota Twins pitching prospect David Festa has made his impact felt through limited time in the Twins' farm system. The right-hander out of Seton Hall recently earned a promotion to High-A, meaning his next trip to the mound will occur with the Cedar Rapids Kernels. The big-bodied hurler checks in at 6-foot-6 and boasts an impressive fastball in the upper-90s. He also has an effective changeup but lacks a solid breaking pitch. The absence of a curveball or slider coupled with a heater nearing triple-digits could necessitate a move to the bullpen someday. Although Festa best projects as a reliever, he's a starter right now. He surely made his presence felt this past week, striking out 11 batters over just six innings of work on May 10. He allowed zero runs, zero hits, and just two walks in the process. Festa's high strikeout rate, high velocity, and low walk rate could translate to impressive fantasy value if he reaches the majors in a few years.--Andersen Pickard - RotoBaller
Source: Fangraphs