from multiple scouting reports. 42.5% of his pitches have been called balls this season so far. I’ve heard the Webb comparison more than once, I suppose Webb struggled with command and control early on in his career.

His stuff has been as hyped—his sinker is ridiculous, even when he leaves it up he can get swings and misses. I’ve read people say they weren’t impressed with his stuff, but they know nothing. His control, however, is absent. If he had a half a year to a whole year to hone his control and work on hitting the knees, he’ll be a stud. Otherwise, he’ll just have good days when his stuff gets him through everything and bad days when he walks everyone.

Sure, it was off. Still, he’s young a should improve as the year goes on.