CALL-UPS: July 27-August 2

August 2, 2012
(Colby Garrapy)

Alberto Cabrera (RHP, CHC)
With Ryan Dempster on the move and Casey Coleman being sent down, Cabrera got the call on Wednesday afternoon. After pitching in the rotation for several seasons, Cabrera made the move to the bullpen where he has found instant success. His three pitch mix features a plus FB sitting 95-97 with life, a solid but inconsistent SL, and a straight CU. Cabrera does not offer much deception with his delivery, but his ability to repeat it has contributed to his plus Ctl (2.3) out of the pen. He relies heavily on his FB that he keeps down in the zone with good life, getting on hitters quick. To find success at the next level, Cabrera will have to make adjustments and develop...

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