IP 547
ERA 4.887
WHIP 1.479
BB/9 2.863
SO/9 4.771
  • Full name Justin S. Edwards
  • Born 09/07/1987 in Orlando, FL
  • Profile Ht.: 6'0" / Wt.: 180 / Bats: L / Throws: L
  • School Olympia
  • Drafted in the 3rd round (105th overall) by the Chicago White Sox in 2006 (signed for $310,000).
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    Edwards and Carmine Giardina fronted Chet Lemon's Juice rotation, and Edwards won over scouts last summer when he repeatedly performed well on big stages on the summer showcase and tournament tour. He's undersized and his stuff isn't overpowering, but he was dominant at times against top prep hitters because of deft command and feel for above-average offerings in his curveball and changeup. Edwards, who has committed to Georgia, didn't fare as well this spring. Despite his 81-9 strikeout-walk ratio, his command wasn't as sharp as it had been, especially with his fastball. He maintains good arm speed on his changeup, which has late fade and sink. Edwards' breaking ball is a true curveball that isn't a present plus pitch but has lots of potential. His fastball was up to 90 mph last summer, but sat 84-87 mph most of the spring. He has a clean arm action, smooth, repeatable delivery and athleticism.

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