New York Yankees: 2 top prospective pitchers to watch during Spring Training

New York Yankees, Deivi Garcia
Jul 7, 2019; Cleveland, OH, USA; American League starting pitcher Deivi Garcia delivers in the first inning in the 2019 MLB All Star Futures Game at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Pitchers and catchers report next week and New York Yankees fans can’t wait to see their new player, Gerrit Cole, pitching in a Yankee uniform. Luis Severino and James Paxton also bring excitement to fans as they’re also going to be a big key to the season this year.

Besides the obvious premier pitchers and relievers on the Yankee roster, there are a few prospective pitchers that should get Yankee fans excited as well.

Deivi Garcia

Once believed to be the New York Yankees’ savior when they lacked starting pitcher, Deivi Garcia no longer has that weight on his shoulders after the acquisition of Gerrit Cole. Garcia is one of the top-ranked prospects in the Yankee system and is believed to have a big shot at pitching in the big leagues this season.

Despite some concern with his control, Garcia has shown some serious talent. His best pitch is a high-spin rate curveball that devastates hitters when thrown properly and works his fastball in the mid to upper 90s. Brian Cashman has said that they’re going to take a close look at Garcia during Spring Training and possibly come out of the bullpen for the Yankees.

Albert Abreu

Someone who’s been in the Yankee system since 2017 after being traded from Houston, Albert Abreu might just have his debut season this year. He’ll most likely begin his season in triple-A with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Railriders but will have a shot at maybe coming up for a few games.

Abreu has a high-velocity fastball that runs up to 97mph. He flashes a tight curveball and has a high swing-and-miss rate.