I know I’ve mentioned Pat Neshek’s blog before, but I just officially added it to the list of links in the sidebar. Because I’ve seen him pitch a couple times at Rochester, his quick rise to the majors, and his quirky delivery, Neshek’s become a late-season addition to my man-crush team.
In 2006, Neshek pitched 60 innings for AAA Rochester, averaging about 2 innings per appearance as the Red Wings’ closer. He had a 1.90 ERA and a sick 87/14 K/BB ratio.
Since being called up to the Twins in early July, Neshek’s thrown 32.7 innings with a low 2.48 ERA and a whopping 47 strikeouts compared to only 6 walks. If he’s shown any weakness, it’s been allowing 6 HRs already, as compared with only 7 in his 60 minor league innings.
Many people credit Neshek’s quirky delivery for his success. I don’t know how true that is, but it’s certainly a quirky delivery. It reminds me of Jeff Nelson’s delivery in that they both have low release points, but aren’t throwing underhand. Neshek appears to the batter as if he’s going to release as a submarine pitcher, but throws a hitch in his delivery and ends up releasing the ball with his hand above his elbow.
Anyway, check out his blow. It’s by far the best I’ve seen by a major league and reveals a lot of details involved with breaking through into The Show. And if you’re into collecting signed hockey and baseball cards, you’ll be in heaven.
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Sky is a baseball fan and racket sport afficianado living in upstate NY. His favorite color is orange and is just about ready to give up on his life-long dream to become the next Magnus ver Magnuson (World's Strongest Man). His favorite baseball teams are the Yankees and Red Sox, proving that there's hope in the Middle East.
September 19th, 2006 at 4:09 pm
“Anyway, check out his blow. It?s by far the best I?ve seen”
Some subconscious thoughts creeping into the blog, Sky?
Something you’re not telling us about your taste for illicit narcotics?