Overview

• In 2/3 of an inning for Triple-A Columbus, he allowed three runs on three hits with one strikeout, throwing 21 pitches with 15 strikes in an 8-7 loss to Omaha.
• His fastball reached the upper 90s, touching 98–99 mph multiple times, and he mixed in his power slider and a curveball.
• He worked as an opener on roughly a 25-pitch limit in his first competitive outing since April 29, 2022.
• Team officials described the appearance as emotional and encouraging, praising his command and velocity following two right-shoulder surgeries.
• Cleveland expects him to pitch for Surprise in the AFL with turns every fifth or sixth day, capped at about one inning or 30 pitches rather than a full starter’s buildup.