IP 667
ERA 5.087
WHIP 1.421
BB/9 3.022
SO/9 5.181
  • Full name Brian Patrick Bannister
  • Born 02/28/1981 in Scottsdale, AZ
  • Profile Ht.: 6'1" / Wt.: 215 / Bats: R / Throws: R
  • School Southern California
  • Debut 04/05/2006
  • Drafted in the 7th round (199th overall) by the New York Mets in 2003 (signed for $95,000).
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    Southern California, ravaged by injuries and unfulfilled expectations, was one of the most disappointing college teams in the country. RHP Brian Bannister, son of ex-big leaguer and 1976 No. 1 pick Floyd Bannister, was counted on as a starter for the Trojans after a rash of injuries decimated the staff. But he was more effective out of the bullpen. He added 2-3 mph to his velocity, though his 78 mph curveball remained his best pitch. Few pitchers understand pitching more than the 6-foot-1, 205-pounder, who'll need to stay healthy after undergoing surgery a year ago.

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  • Rated Best Control in the Eastern League in 2005
  • Rated Best Slider in the New York Mets in 2005

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