Eric Cammack

Organization Prospect Rankings

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  Ranked New York Mets #12 prospect in 2002
  Cammack underwent surgery to remove a bone spur from his right elbow last April, costing him a chance at making an impact in the major leagues during 2001. He missed the entire regular season before making a rehab appearance in instructional league and pitching in winter ball in order to rebuild his arm strength. Despite the setback, the Mets remain confident that Cammack is on the verge of making the jump to Shea Stadium. Surgery took little away from his repertoire, which features a low-90s fastball, curveball, slider and changeup. His offerings become tougher to hit due to his sneaky delivery and his overall feel for pitching, which may be his forte. The Mets are most concerned about Cammack's occasionally erratic control. If he can throw strikes in spring training, he'll be a strong candidate for the New York bullpen.
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  Ranked New York Mets #11 prospect in 2001
  Cammack put up another year with astounding hits-to-innings numbers. He made his major league debut in 2000 and could be competing with the vastly improved Jerrod Riggan for the last spot in the Mets' Opening Day bullpen this year. Cammack throws a fastball that tops out at 92 mph and backs it up with a curveball and slider. He has a sneaky delivery and a good feel for pitching. Most relievers don't even worry about a fourth pitch, but Cammack also has a changeup. It needs work but is usable. If his control improves against major league hitters, Cammack could be a keeper. Otherwise, the paucity of hits probably won't last long. Younger and perhaps a little more polished than Riggan, Cammack is the favorite to fill the righthanded relief role in an already deep New York bullpen.
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  Ranked New York Mets #15 prospect in 1999