Displays a lot of pitching savvy on the mound. Is extremely reliable and durable. Has a wicked curve that left-handed hitters especially have trouble with. Has converted well to a bullpen role in MLB. As a reliever, he is not as good at getting right-handed batters out. Gave up too many hits as a starter, mainly because he usually lacked the velocity to blow batters away. Is better in relief these days. | |
Long Range Potential: | Situational left-hander. |
League | Honor | Description |
MLB | Named to the All-Star Game | 2009 (replacement) |
International League (AAA) | Most Valuable Pitcher | 2005 |
International League (AAA) | All-Star Team | 2005 |
Triple-A | All-Star Team | 2005 |
Carolina League (A) | Most Valuable Pitcher | 2004 |
Carolina League (A) | All-Star Team | 2004 |