Daniel Lynch, LHP from Douglas Freeman (2015) and UVA (drafted 2018) will make his MLB debut for the Royals tonight.
Unfortunately we won't get a broadcast here, but I'll hope for some coverage on MLB Tonight. I've heard that since joining the Royals organization, Lynch has come to rely on his fastball more and more, and that his velo is in the upper 90's now. That and his always-strong breaking pitch have him ranked as the Royals' # 2 prospect.
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Watching on MLB TV!!
Turns out, MLB Network is showing the game. Two zeroes on the board so far.
Those who remember Lynch from his days at Freeman, or even from UVA, may be amazed. He's much broader across his shoulders these days, throwing 94-97, and his slider is coming in at a 10/4 angle (used to be more 11/5 or even 12/6).
Bad DP relay and subpar 1B stretch cost him a chance at a W, but a very strong debut!
Reliever WP and hit allowed got him charged with two earned but preventable runs. No decision, 4 2/3, 3 runs (all earned).
Good game to get his feet wet. I'm excited to see what he can do when he settles into a routine and gets comfortable. KC has some really good young pitching and I think he may be the best of the bunch.
