The Seattle Mariners have announced that their starting pitcher Marco Gonzales will be out for the remainder of the season due to an injury. In response, the team has decided to call up their top pitching prospect, Bryan Woo, to take his place.
Gonzales had been a key part of the Mariners’ rotation this season, posting a 3.99 ERA in 17 starts. He was also a reliable presence in the clubhouse, providing veteran leadership to the young pitching staff. With his absence, the team will need to find a way to replace his production.
Enter Bryan Woo. The 22-year-old right-hander has been tearing up the minor leagues this season, posting a 2.66 ERA in 16 starts for the Double-A Arkansas Travelers. He has also shown impressive control, walking just 19 batters in 94 innings.
Woo is considered one of the top pitching prospects in all of baseball and is expected to make an immediate impact with the Mariners. He has a mid-90s fastball and a sharp breaking ball that should make him a formidable presence in the rotation. He also has the potential to be a long-term solution for the team, as he is still young and has plenty of room to grow and develop.
The Mariners are hoping that Woo can help them stay in contention for a playoff spot this season. With Gonzales out, they will need someone to step up and fill his shoes. Woo has the talent and potential to do just that, and if he can live up to his potential, he could be a major factor in the team’s success this season.
