Miguel Sanfler
| IP | 394 |
|---|---|
| ERA | 4.865 |
| WHIP | 1.632 |
| BB/9 | 5.665 |
| SO/9 | 7.561 |
- Full name Miguel Antonio Sanfler
- Born 10/05/1984 in San Pedro De Macoris, Dominican Republic
- Profile Ht.: 5'11" / Wt.: 165 / Bats: L / Throws: L
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Organization Prospect Rankings
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Sanfler began 2006 in low Class A and got off to an inauspicious start, which proved to be the beginning of a forgettable first full season. He allowed four earned runs on seven hits in his first appearance and things never got much better. He joined Ogden when its season opened in June and showed the stuff that makes him a prospect as a lefty reliever. With a compact, muscular frame reminiscent of a defensive back, Sanfler features outstanding arm strength and an aggressive approach. He can hit 97 mph, pitches at 92-93 and flashes a power slider with hard tilt, as well as a promising splitter. His fastball has late life from a three-quarters arm slot. He's a thrower, but his arm works. He has little feel for pitching. His athleticism allows him to repeat his delivery and is a major reason the Dodgers believe he has a chance to become a valuable piece to add to their bullpen. He speaks little English and needs to improve his communication skills. He'll have another shot in low Class A this season.
Minor League Top Prospects
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A 5-foot-11, 195-pound lefthander from the Dominican Republic, Sanfler has an easy motion that belies a power arm capable of reaching 95 mph. At times he can spot his fastball anywhere he wants, but he frequently leaves it up in the strike zone. His secondary stuff has a ways to go, though his curveball can be a devastating pitch that falls off a table when he has it working. His changeup has been slower to develop but has the makings of being an above-average pitch with slider action.
