Prospect Watch: Oliver Mateo Battling Injuy/Ineffectiveness in Bullpen
As we await the start of the 2020 MLB season due to Corona Virus concerns, we will take a look at every player on the Pirates roster and outline what they will bring to the table and projections for the 2020 season. I hope this brings some positive reading to the current situation and helps us all as we wait for baseball. When a pitcher consistently hits in the triple digits, he is going to turn heads among Major League scouts. If he exhibits good control at 100 miles per hour that is even a bigger plus for his development. Pittsburgh Pirates pitching prospect Oliver Mateo is a guy who has consistently hit the 100 mile per hour mark during his time in the system. However, control has been extremely difficult for the young right-hander. It has led to some struggles in his first professional season, and an injury last year further slowed down his development. He has got good stuff, he just has to learn to use it on a consistent basis in order to be a dominant reliever. The Pi...