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Baptiste Aspin
Starting Pitcher | St Paul Pride
Pitching He's a finesse pitcher, relying on movement and location. He's got a really stong arm, so he can blow it by you on occasion. His changeup isn't bad... he fools his share of hitters. Aspin's fastball is a tick above average, in the 90-91 MPH range on most nights. Aspin gives up his share of home runs, but is always around the plate and doesn't give up many walks. He's almost as effective against lefthanders as he is versus righthanders.
Defense & Hitting He has a quick release to the plate, which allows catchers a chance to throw out basestealers. He tends to fall off slightly to the first-base side of the mound, making him vulnerable to bunts toward third base. He makes up for that minor flaw by being aggressive in fielding his position. Aspin is a surpisingly good hitting pitcher. And I'm not sure you can say this about a pitcher, but Aspin has some pop in his swing. Interesting sidenote, The St Paul Pride have been known to use Aspin as a pinch-runner on occasion.
2025 Outlook The St Paul Pride signed him to a long-term contract, but don't think they won't drop Aspin like a hot potato if something better comes along.
-- Ska Nyman, A-Ball Scout
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