- Full name Pete Zamora
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A two-way standout at UCLA, Zamora has focused on pitching as a pro. He joined the Phillies as a Triple-A Rule 5 draft pick in 1999 and pitched a seven-inning perfect game in his first start for the organization in June 2000. Working out with college teammates Troy Glaus and Eric Valent in a rigorous plyometrics program gave Zamora improved velocity and stamina in 2001. He generates sink on his 88-90 mph fastball and his aggressiveness always has been a strong suit. He's not afraid to come inside, which is why he hasn't been limited to a situational lefthander's role. He brushed back Pawtucket's Izzy Alcantara last summer, resulting in Alcantara's infamous dropkicking escapade. Zamora will enter spring training vying for the lefthander's job in the bullpen vacated by free agent Dennis Cook.
