- Full name Chris Buglovsky
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An all-New Jersey performer in soccer as well as baseball in high school, Buglovsky established multiple school records at the College of New Jersey, an NCAA Division III program. He's athletic and stronger than his slender build would indicate. He has a resilient arm and hasn't missed a start since turning pro. His size still leads to questions about his durability, so he could wind up in the bullpen. Buglovsky's fastball ranges from 88-92 mph with excellent movement down in the zone. His best pitch is a hard slider that runs up to 87 mph. His changeup is inconsistent and his curveball needs a lot of work, two more reasons that relieving could be in his future. Buglovsky must control the running game better, and he gets particularly lazy with runners on second base. He's headed for Double-A this year. -
An all-New Jersey selection in baseball and soccer in high school, Buglovsky set several school records at NCAA Division III College of New Jersey. Coming from a small school, he has had to make significant adjustments to pro ball. He rebounded from a 1-7, 6.36 start in 2001 to go 7-3, 2.53 over his final 14 outings. He could move quickly now if he begins to trust his ability. Buglovsky has a hard sinking fastball that sometimes reaches the mid-90s, as well as a cutter that he calls a slider. It doesn't have much tilt but it does have velocity. He also has the makings of a changeup, which still requires considerable work. He also needs to fill out physically, which should give him added velocity and stamina. Buglovsky will pitch in high Class A this year.