Jake Faria Gets Roughed Up Sunday
7 years agoTampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Jake Faria only lasted 1 2/3 innings Sunday versus Minnesota despite the plan calling for him to go four innings. He allowed five runs, with four being earned. Observers said he labored with his tempo. There was an element of bad luck, as three hits bounced off fielder's gloves and two more fell in front of outfielders. Despite the struggles, Faria says he is still feeling good in his work outside of games and hopes it translates soon. In his 86 2/3 innings in the majors during 2017, Faria struck out 84 batters while issuing only 31 walks. Perhaps the biggest concern is that he also gave up 11 home runs in those 86 2/3 innings. Faria is slated to be the third starter for the Rays and should not cost much to draft or win in auctions.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com