Batts Named FSL Pitcher of the Week
Published on July 13, 2015 under Florida State League (FSL1)
Fort Myers Mighty Mussels News Release
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 13, 2015) - The Florida State League announced that Fort Myers Miracle left-hander Mat Batts has been named the Pitcher of the Week for the period of July 6-12.
Batts, 24, made one start during the week and delivered seven scoreless innings in a no decision. Batts scattered five hits with two walks and struck out 10 to match an individual-high for a Miracle pitcher in a single game this season.
Added to the Miracle roster on May 21, Batts is a 17th round draft pick of the Minnesota Twins from the 2014 MLB First-Year Player draft. Currently leading the staff in earned run average at 1.71, Batts has a 3-2 record in eight starts with the Miracle. Over 47.1 innings, Batts has surrendered just nine earned runs with only eight walks while striking out 44. The Florida State League is hitting .211 against him.
Starting the season in Cedar Rapids, Batts went 3-2 with a 2.21 ERA with the Kernels. In 40.2 innings in the Midwest League, Batts fanned 44 and walked 11.
In 28 career appearances in the Minor Leagues, Batts has a cumulative 1.88 ERA and a 10-5 record. Batts next start is scheduled for July 17 against the Brevard County Manatees at Space Coast Stadium in Viera, Fla.
The Miracle (50-38, 12-6) are currently tied for first place in the FSL South Division and complete a four-game series with the Clearwater Threshers tonight at Hammond Stadium. Gates open at 6 p.m. for a 7:05 p.m. start time. Fans can purchase tickets by calling (239) 768-4210 or by visiting www.miraclebaseball.com.
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