IP 64
ERA 3.234
WHIP 1.406
BB/9 4.922
SO/9 9.141
  • Full name Blake Jeffrey Monar
  • Born 06/16/1989 in Rockport, IN
  • Profile Ht.: 6'2" / Wt.: 200 / Bats: L / Throws: L
  • School Indiana
  • Drafted in the 12th round (367th overall) by the Washington Nationals in 2011 (signed for $125,000).
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    A year ago, lefthander Blake Monar's career as a pitcher appeared finished. He injured his shoulder in Indiana's season opener and served as a reserve outfielder, then spent the summer lifting weights and honing his swing. But his arm bounced back in the fall, allowing him to return to the mound. The 6-foot-2, 205-pounder's out pitch always has been his curveball, and he sets it up with an 88-90 mph fastball that peaks at 92. His changeup is effective at times, though he'll need better command to remain a starter rather than becoming a lefty specialist. Despite his comeback, his medical history still concerns some teams.

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