Jack Leiter Strikes Out Nine In Win

Has the 2021 No. 2 pick found his mojo? Leiter’s stuff and subsequent performance has been excellent over his last several starts and he owned a 2.90 ERA since June 18 entering last night’s start against Salt Lake City. His success continued, as Leiter went 5.2 innings on 75 pitches to earn the win. Leiter sat 97.8 mph on his fastball touching 99.6 mph at peak. He mixed in a steady dose of high-80s sliders while showing a handful of curveballs and changeups. It looks like it’s only a matter of time until Leiter is called up and gets starts with the Rangers in September. With his fastball shape and velocity back, Leiter looks to have turned a corner heading into 2025.