Joel Carreno
| IP | 37.0 |
|---|---|
| ERA | 4.14 |
| WHIP | 1.378 |
| BB/9 | 4.4 |
| SO/9 | 7.3 |
- Full name Joel Fernando Carreno
- Born 03/07/1987 in San Cristobal, Dominican Republic
- Profile Ht.: 6'2" / Wt.: 255 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- Debut 08/23/2011
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On the heels of two productive seasons in the Rookie-level Dominican Summer League, Carreno made a rousing U.S. debut in 2007, leading the Gulf Coast League with 64 strikeouts in 65 innings. He gets above-average movement on his two-seam fastball, which he delivers from a high three-quarters arm slot. He impressed GCL observers with a loose arm and 89-93 mph heat, and his changeup also showed plus potential. His sweeping slider needs to be cleaned up. He repeats his delivery well, but he has a tendency to fly open and sling the ball. A tremendous competitor, Carreno showed improved mound presence as the season progressed. Because he pounds the zone with above-average sink, he might grade out as a reliever down the line. If he has a strong spring, he could make his full-season debut in low Class A this season.
