Another promising New York Yankees prospect is turning heads this week. Pitching sensation Bryce Cunningham made an outstanding debut, quickly capturing attention with his dominant performance.
While the Yankees’ offense has had a slow start, the pitching prospects have been stealing the spotlight. Just after Cunningham, fellow prospect Ben Hess also made a strong debut, showcasing similar excellence on the mound.
However, Cunningham was the first to take the stage, and he certainly lived up to the hype. The right-handed pitcher, ranked sixth in the Yankees’ farm system — just behind Will Warren and ahead of Roderick Arias — demonstrated why he’s a top prospect.
Amidst some pitching struggles at the major league level, it’s a breath of fresh air to see these young arms thriving. Their performances are not only impressive but also serve as a glimpse into the future of the Yankees’ pitching staff.
Cunningham’s debut came on April 6, when he faced off against the Jersey Shore BlueClaws in a High-A matchup. Over five innings, Cunningham was dominant, allowing five hits, two earned runs, and no walks, while striking out seven batters. His stellar outing led to a 6-2 victory for Hudson Valley.
Bryce Cunningham
Cunningham threw 75 pitches in total, with 55 of them being strikes. He also induced two groundouts and two flyouts across the 20 batters he faced. His mechanics and delivery stood out, with his smooth, repeatable motion and confident use of his arsenal. His pitching style has drawn comparisons to Yankees ace Gerrit Cole.
The 6’5″ right-hander is expected to move quickly through the Yankees’ system, and there’s a good chance he’ll make it to Double-A or even Triple-A later this year.
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