Cubs Cut Ties With $1.05 Million 100 MPH Second-Round Lefty
Summary
The Chicago Cubs released Burl Carraway, a left-handed pitcher originally drafted as a high pick in 2020. Carraway faced injuries and control issues during his time in the minor leagues.Key Facts
- The Cubs released Burl Carraway, a pitcher who was a second-round draft pick in 2020.
- Carraway's fastball was recorded at 100 mph when he played for Dallas Baptist.
- The 2020 MLB draft had only five rounds due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Carraway was considered the top relief prospect of the 2020 draft.
- He faced injuries and control problems, such as the "yips," which is difficulty in throwing accurately.
- Carraway played only 10 games in 2022 and missed the 2023 and 2024 seasons.
- He spent this season between two minor league teams before his release.
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