MLB.com 2015 Prospect Watch | MLB.com #28 Joe Biagini

This could be the next Chris Heston or the next Matt Duffy. The guy who comes from the back of the Giants prospect list and just performs on the big league level.

Biagini is one of the darlings of the Giants prospect blog-o-sphere and I don't discount their ability to identify future Giants. He performed well in the Cape Cod League, so here's to you Joe!!

So, as the Giants try to resolve their pitching staff issues with both the starters and the bullpen.

from mlb.com
http://m.mlb.com/prospects/2015?list=sf

Team: Richmond Flying Squirrels (AA)ETA: 2016 Position: RHPAge: 25 DOB: 05/29/1990 Bats: R Throws: RHeight: 6' 4" Weight: 215 lb.

Drafted: 2011, 26th (807) - SF

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Scouting Grades: Fastball: 60 | Curveball: 45 | Changeup: 50 | Control: 50 | Overall: 45

He lasted 26 rounds in the 2011 Draft, yet Biagini commanded a $175,000 bonus after boosting his stock in the Cape Cod League that summer. San Francisco didn't get much of an early return on its investment as he posted a 4.73 ERA in his first three pro seasons, but he had a breakthrough season in Double-A in 2015. He has advanced further than his father Rob did when he topped out in high Class A in the Giants system in the early 1980s.

Biagini has a plus fastball that usually operates from 91-94 mph and can hit 96. He trusts his changeup more than his curveball, though the latter shows flashes of becoming an average third offering with some depth.

Biagini has improved his control significantly during the last two years, enhancing his chances of becoming a back-of-the-rotation starter. He doesn't miss a lot of bats because he doesn't have a standout second offering or sharp command, so he might be best as a middle reliever who might pitch in the mid 90s in short stints.

2015
EAS

Team	W	L	ERA	G	GS	SV	IP	H	HR	BB	K	AVG	WHIP	GO/AO
RIC	8	5	2.22	18	17	0	101.1	88	4	22	65	.230	1.09	1.53
Minors	8	5	2.22	18	17	0	101.1	88	4	22	65	.230	1.09	1.53

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