Jason Standridge
| IP | 127 |
|---|---|
| ERA | 5.811 |
| WHIP | 1.772 |
| BB/9 | 5.244 |
| SO/9 | 5.669 |
- Full name Jason Wayne Standridge
- Born 11/09/1978 in Birmingham, AL
- Profile Ht.: 6'3" / Wt.: 240 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- School Hewitt-Trussville
- Debut 07/29/2001
- Drafted in the C round (31st overall) by the Tampa Bay Rays in 1997 (signed for $700,000).
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Standridge had a difficult season in Triple-A in 2001, yet bounced back last year to put himself in contention for a spot in Tampa Bay's 2003 rotation. The former Auburn quarterback recruit gave up two earned runs or fewer in 19 of his 29 starts. After showing signs of being tentative following a brawl during the 2001 season, Standridge did a better job of pitching inside and using both sides of the plate last season. He continues to throw his fastball in the 92-94 mph range, and he has a hard curveball with a sharp break. His changeup continues to serve as his third pitch and will need to get a little better in order to be effective in the major leagues. A hard worker with outstanding makeup, Standridge has to work more consistently in the strike zone and deepen his repertoire. He has had a cup of coffee in the big leagues in each of the past two seasons and should be a candidate for a starting role at the end of the Tampa Bay rotation this spring. His brother Justin was drafted in the 45th round by the Rays in June but opted for junior college. -
Standridge had a disappointing 2001 season in Triple-A yet still reached the major leagues in July. After a stellar showing during spring training, the former Auburn quarterback recruit became tentative after hitting Toledo's Tom Evans with a pitch, which led to a bench-clearing brawl that left Standridge with a swollen eye and sore hand. Standridge has a combination of above-average stuff and impeccable makeup as one of the organization's hardest workers. He has a 92-94 mph fastball and a hard, sharp-breaking curveball. He showed amazing confidence and ease in dueling Roger Clemens and the Yankees late last season. To succeed in the majors, Standridge must use both sides of the plate and pitch inside. His curveball got much better last year, but he still needs to fine-tune his changeup. He is trying to add a cut fastball to his repertoire. The Rays say Standridge is on the verge of success. His game came together late in the regular season and during the Arizona Fall League, and he could win a job in the Opening Day rotation. -
After not winning a game his first season and experiencing a rocky road during his second campaign, the former Auburn quarterback recruit has put together two straight solid seasons. Standridge made more progress than any pitcher in the Tampa Bay organization in 2000. He got stronger as the season progressed, going 5-0, 1.80 in August before starting a playoff game in Triple-A. The Devil Rays love Standridge's character. Nicknamed "The Stallion," he's considered the hardest-working pitcher in the system. He has learned to locate his low- to mid-90s fastball down in the strike zone before retiring hitters with his hard, sharp-breaking curveball. He has matured into an all-around pitcher who has learned from his mistakes. Standridge needs to sharpen his overall command. His changeup has improved but isn't quite up to major league standards. Standridge is a strong candidate for Durham in 2001. He could move quickly if he makes the necessary progress against Triple-A hitters. -
Minor League Top Prospects
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Standridge, once Auburn's top quarterback prospect, brings a football mentality to the mound and was still dashing on and off the field in the late innings. A seven-inning no-hitter against Hickory in late June was the highlight, but Standridge was consistently terrific. Along with a good fastball, Standridge wasn't afraid to attack with a curve and changeup. He has a superb build and an exceptional attitude. While maintaining good control, Standridge got into the 90s with his fastball and made a big jump from the 4-10, 5.37 record he posted over two Rookie-level campaigns. "He has a great heart," Charleston manager Charlie Montoyo said. "The guy is a real warrior. I've seen a lot of pitchers with his size and build, but not many with his attitude and heart."
