DiVISIONAL OUTLOOK: NL Central—MIL SP youngsters to get a shot
Aug 1 2013
With Yovani Gallardo (RHP, MIL) headed to the 15-day DL with a strained hamstring, rookies Tyler Thornburg (RHP, MIL) (pictured above) and Donovan Hand (RHP, MIL) could get extended rotation looks. Both Thornburg and Hand are likely to remain in the rotation while Gallardo is sidelined, and one might remain once Gallardo returns. Thornburg earned a PQS-5 in his first 2013 MLB start July 30, posting six shutout innings with 6 K/3 BB after posting 11 K/5 BB in 18 IP in relief.
Control specialist Hand has made five starts among 17 appearances, with a 0%/40% PQS-DOM/DIS. His July 28 six-inning outing was his first start of more than five innings. Hand has 12 K/5 BB in 24.2 IP as a starter, and 22 K/9 BB in 43 IP...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
Chase Meidroth is about to return to a crowded Sox infield, a look at the Minnesota pen, and more from around the division.
Aug 15 2025 3:10am
Aug 15 2025 3:10am
Fermin seizes starting C role in SD; almost Lawlar time in ARI; youngsters getting a look in COL; bullpen reinforcements coming in LA; RF opportunity for Gilbert in SF
Aug 14 2025 3:05am
Aug 14 2025 3:05am
Paul Goldschmidt's struggles against righties and Austin Wells' offensive struggles have led to an uptick in Ben Rice's playing time. Plus, France is emerging in Toronto, and more.
Aug 13 2025 3:10am
Aug 13 2025 3:10am
With the return of Jake Burger and Evan Carter soon, the Rangers have a major platoon situation brewing.
Aug 12 2025 3:08am
Aug 12 2025 3:08am
Graham Pauley and the plucky Marlins try to keep riding the wave in Miami. Plus: Cacalli in WAS; Profar in ATL; Walker in PHI; SPs at NYM; more.
Aug 11 2025 3:08am
Aug 11 2025 3:08am
