Position | Pitcher
Bats/Throws | Right/Right
Born | February 11, 1988 (Sydney, Australia)
School | Narrabeen Sports Academy
Height | 6'2''
Weight | 185 lbs.
2009 Ranking | Not Ranked
The Twins signed Brad Tippett as an undrafted free agent on January 4th, 2006. He pitched great in Rookie Ball and has continued his success through Single-A. Tippett doesn't light up the radar gun but has impeccable control. Tippett's strikeout numbers will probably drop a little as he moves through the Minor Leagues, but that will be acceptable as long as he keeps his BB/9 under wraps. He has worked as both a starter and reliever throughout his career but threw 146 innings in 2009, fifth most in the system, and should remain a starter in 2010. He may be able to advance more quickly as a reliever, much like Alex Burnett, but Fort Myers' rotation may be in need of starters with David Bromberg, Tyler Robertson and others likely moving up to Double-A New Britain.
Level W L ERA IP K BB WHIP FIPA- 9 8 3.21 146.0 107 25 1.07 3.41
Tippett will be in Fort Myers where he will help anchor a Fort Myers Miracle rotation. I expect that he'll be there for the entire season.
- Fastball (88-89)
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