Summary
The New York Mets are focusing on their young pitching prospects to strengthen their team. One of these prospects, Zach Thornton, had an impressive season with a low ERA and many strikeouts, showing promise for the future.
Key Facts
- The New York Mets need better pitching to improve their team performance.
- Zach Thornton is a pitching prospect for the Mets.
- Thornton had a 1.98 ERA last season, which is a measure of how many runs he allowed.
- He struck out 78 batters in 72.2 innings.
- Thornton played in both High-A and Double-A leagues.
- He is a left-handed pitcher, also known as a southpaw.
- Thornton has good control over five different types of pitches.