Jon Huber
| IP | 28 |
|---|---|
| ERA | 2.571 |
| WHIP | 1.179 |
| BB/9 | 3.214 |
| SO/9 | 6.107 |
- Full name Jonathan Lloyd Huber
- Born 07/07/1981 in Sacramento, CA
- Profile Ht.: 6'1" / Wt.: 200 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- School North Fort Myers
- Debut 08/30/2006
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Drafted in the 5th round (139th overall) by the San Diego Padres in 2000.
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Huber's stock shot up when he touched 93-94 mph and showed one of the best curveballs in the draft early in the season. He leveled off to a 5-5, 3.04 record when his velocity predictably dropped because of poor mechanics and his 5-foot-11, 170-pound frame didn't stand up to the rigors of a long season. He is viewed as an easy sign, making him a solid candidate for the second round.
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Looking for a pinch-hitter for the 2004 stretch drive, the Padres dispatched Huber to the Mariners in exchange for Dave Hansen. Huber scuffled along as a starter until the Mariners moved him to the bullpen last year, rejuvenating his career. He saved 23 games between Double-A and Triple-A and saved his best pitching for the majors, where he posted a 1.08 ERA in 16 appearances. Huber used four pitches as a starter but focused mainly on his fastball and slider as a reliever. Both improved as he worked in shorter stints, with his fastball ranging from 91-95 mph and his slider getting quicker and tighter. Huber also threw more strikes in his new role. He still has a curveball and changeup he can use to keep hitters off balance. He can rely too much on his slider at times, but he already has found a formula that works in the majors. Barring a disastrous spring training, Huber will have a job in Seattle's bullpen.
