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08-07-2025
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Yankees' fast-rising pitching prospect twirls another gem at Triple-A
During the Yankees' 4-2 victory over the Orioles, news from their farm system broke of RHP Brendan Beck being promoted from Double-A with the Somerset Patriots to Triple-A with the Scranton RailRiders. The right-hander had been brilliant with the Patriots, pitching to a 1.82 ERA across 54.1 innings pitched, striking out 24.8% of batters faced with a low 5.7% walk rate. Advertisement Despite being 26-years-old, the Yankees have displayed plenty of belief in Beck, who has been limited to just 23 MiLB appearances since being drafted 55th Overall in the 2021 MLB Draft. A former second-round pick, multiple elbow surgeries have made him an afterthought, but in his first Triple-A start he shutout the Louisville Bats across six innings, striking out four and walking none. We could see Beck pitch at the Major League level this year or next, and the fast-moving right-hander is a hidden gem who not enough people are discussing. How Brendan Beck Has Risen So Quickly in the Yankees' Farm System Syndication: The Tennessean The Yankees loved what they saw from Brendan Beck at Stanford, and they spoke highly of his pitchability and command out of college. Advertisement His fastball hasn't progressed the way you'd hope it would, but a huge reason for that is the myriad of arm injuries which have limited Beck's ability to continue adding velocity after a spike in his final year of college. What is elite is the shape of this pitch, averaging nearly 19 inches of Induced Vertical Break, as while he releases the ball from a high release point, it's one that collects called strikes and soft contact when located properly. As he continues to remain healthy, I do wonder if the 6'2 right-hander can add a little more to his fastball that sat at 92.5 MPH in his Triple-A debut. His second-most used pitch was his slider, generating a 41.7% Whiff% while attacking the zone aggressively with that pitch as well. Advertisement READ MORE: Yankees get massive spark as returning infielder puts the team on his back This slider has -0.5″ of IVB from a very high release height, making this pitch really tough for hitters to pick up as it's dropping towards the plate. With over 19 inches of vertical separation off of his fastball, Beck fools hitters by throwing his fastball up early in the count, setting up his slider with two strikes to dive away from their barrel. His third pitch is a big rainbow curveball at 76.6 MPH, a pitch that can get hammered when hitters ambush it, but also can generate called strikes and allow Beck to get ahead in the count. Advertisement There aren't a lot of whiffs to be had with this kind of profile, which limits Brendan Beck's overall ceiling as a starting pitcher, but the command and pitchability could allow him to thrive as a backend rotation piece. We didn't see a lot of changeups today because Beck didn't see a lot of lefties, but I believe that pitch is a strong offering that can get whiffs and soft contact as well. Beck has dropped his walk rate to just 5.2% across 60.1 IP, and with four pitches he can go to in a start that move in all directions, it makes you wonder what his big-league outlook is. The first question that comes up for prospects in the Yankees' organization is whether they're a piece the team is desperate to hang onto, or if they're just trade bait. Advertisement As someone who will have to be protected from the Rule 5 Draft this winter, it might be in the best interest of the Yankees and Beck for a trade at the deadline to occur. He would help return MLB value for the Yankees as they try and win a World Series while the right-hander would almost certainly end up on a team that could put him on a big-league mound in September. Wherever he ends up playing, I think Brendan Beck will be a big-leaguer down the road, and I'm excited to see where this season goes for him. Related Headlines
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30-06-2025
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Could Yankees' pitching prospects be key to deadline trades?
Could Yankees' pitching prospects be key to deadline trades? originally appeared on Athlon Sports. As the 2025 trade deadline approaches, the New York Yankees have a wealth of pitching talent in their farm system. From high-ceiling starters to reliable relievers, these prospects could play a role in either future plans or trade talks. Advertisement Here's a look at some of the top pitching prospects in the system: 1. Cam Schlittler – Right-Handed Starting Pitcher Current Level: Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Schlittler has posted a 1.69 ERA across four starts in Triple-A, showing dominant stuff and a high strikeout rate. With his impressive performance, it's likely only a matter of time before he gets a big league call-up this season. 2. Brendan Beck – Right-Handed Starting Pitcher Current Level: Double-A Somerset Beck has been a consistent performer in Double-A with a 3.15 ERA. He doesn't have the same explosive stuff as other top prospects, but his ability to locate pitches and generate weak contact makes him a reliable option for any team. New York Yankees 2021 second-round draft pick Brendan Beck pitched for Stanford.© Andy Nelson via Imagn Content Services, LLC 3. Carlos Lagrange – Left-Handed Starting Pitcher Current Level: High-A Hudson Valley Lagrange has a solid fastball and an improving breaking ball, showing high upside. His command can be inconsistent, but his potential to become a mid-rotation starter makes him an interesting trade piece. 4. Griffin Herring – Left-Handed Starting Pitcher Current Level: High-A Hudson Valley Herring has posted a 2.36 ERA this season, showcasing his ability to overpower hitters with his strikeout potential. Despite one rough outing, his high ceiling makes him a valuable asset for the Yankees. 5. Rafael Flores – Right-Handed Relief Pitcher Current Level: Double-A Somerset Flores has a high-90s fastball and a devastating slider, making him a potential late-inning option. His control has been strong, and he could be a key bullpen piece or a trade chip. Advertisement Related: Yankees Prospect Powers Through Triple-A as Trade Deadline Looms Related: The Yankees Get Relief After Injury Scare This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
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23-06-2025
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Formerly sidelined Yankees prospect dominates in second chance at Triple-A
Formerly sidelined Yankees prospect dominates in second chance at Triple-A originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Right‑hander Brendan Beck was the New York Yankees' 2021 second-round pick from Stanford. He had been forgotten as he battled through Tommy John surgery and a 2024 elbow setback. But now, at 26 years old, he's rising through the Yankees' system like a rocket. He was promoted to Triple‑A Scranton/Wilkes‑Barre after posting a 1.64 ERA over 60 innings in Double-A. His Triple-A debut this week shows he's a prospect to keep an eye on as the trade deadline nears. Advertisement Here are the highlights from the Yankees' farm system this week. New York Yankees 2021 second-round draft pick Brendan Beck pitched for Stanford.© Andy Nelson via Imagn Content Services, LLC Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Beck tossed six scoreless innings in his Triple-A debut Sunday, helping Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to a 3-2 win at Louisville. He allowed three hits and struck out four on just 64 pitches. Beck, who was promoted from Double-A Somerset, woke at 2:30 a.m. to make the trip. A second-round pick in 2021 out of Stanford, Beck missed all of 2022 after Tommy John surgery and sat out 2024 with additional elbow issues. He went 5-3 with a 1.82 ERA in Somerset before the call-up. Double-A Somerset Center fielder Spencer Jones broke out in a big way, going 10-for-21 with three home runs and eight RBIs during Somerset's six-game sweep at New Hampshire—the Patriots' first series sweep in four years. The 2022 first-rounder lifted his batting average 31 points to .272 and leads the Eastern League with 15 homers. Advertisement Shortstop George Lombard Jr. is showing signs of adjusting to Double-A pitching, collecting seven hits in 28 at-bats to raise his average from .208 to .221. He also walked four times, stole two bases, and continues to play strong defense. High-A Hudson Valley Left-hander Griffin Herring (1-0, 0.76 ERA) delivered five scoreless innings Sunday, striking out six and allowing two hits in his fourth High-A outing. He's allowed just two earned runs in 23 2/3 innings while fanning 20. Right-hander Carlos Lagrange (6-3, 4.22 ERA) struck out a career-high 12 over 5 1/3 innings Thursday against Jersey Shore. He has 84 strikeouts in 57 innings this season. Low-A Tampa Tarpons Advertisement Infielder Owen Cobb is back on the injured list for the second time this season. He was hitting .333 with three homers and 20 RBIs over 27 games. Related: Should Yankees Fans Be Concerned About Aaron Judge's Cold Stretch? Related: Yankees $8.6 Million Pitcher Silencing Doubters With Recent Stretch This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
