Shawn Chacon
| IP | 922 |
|---|---|
| ERA | 4.988 |
| WHIP | 1.509 |
| BB/9 | 4.637 |
| SO/9 | 6.042 |
- Full name Shawn A. Chacon
- Born 12/23/1977 in Anchorage, AK
- Profile Ht.: 6'3" / Wt.: 220 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- School Greeley
- Debut 04/29/2001
- Drafted in the 3rd round (86th overall) by the Colorado Rockies in 1996.
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After two years wasted by injuries and off-field problems, Chacon reaffirmed his potential in 2000. He led the Double-A Southern League in strikeouts and shutouts (three), while finishing second in complete games and third in innings. He turned down a scholarship to Arizona State to sign with the Rockies. Chacon has power-pitcher potential. He has a solid 94 mph fastball and hard slider, which have allowed him to consistently rack up strikeouts. He's a tough competitor. Whether he winds up a starter or reliever will depend on how well he develops a changeup. Right now it's a raw pitch, though he does throw it with decent action. He needs to get on the mound and get experience after pitching just 128 innings combined in 1998-99. Chacon will make the jump to Triple-A in 2001. He's on pace to get his first taste of the big leagues in September. -
Background: Chacon was ranked as the Rockies' top pitching prospect last year, after the trade that sent fellow 1996 draftees Jake Westbrook and John Nicholson to the Expos for Mike Lansing. But Chacon didn't take charge last season as the Rockies hoped. Bothered by a sprained ligament in his right elbow, he was sidelined most of the summer, though he appeared healthy in instructional league. Strengths: Chacon's fastball is explosive. He has a big curveball, and having grown up in Greeley, Colo., he shouldn't be afraid to throw it at altitude. He also has a solid changeup, surprising considering his lack of experience. Weaknesses: Chacon is his own worst enemy. He has to work harder on staying in shape. And he has to make the mental commitment to excel. The trials and tribulations of last year might be the wake-up call he needed. The Future: A wasted 1998 means Chacon will return to Salem to open this year. If he gets on a roll he could move quickly.
