Alex Clemmey
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Alex Clemmey has climbed into the upper tiers of the Minor Leagues. In 19 starts for High-A Wilmington, the 20-year-old lefty logged 87.1 innings with a sharp 2.47 ERA and a 3.71 FIP, making him just the third pitcher aged 20 or younger to reach Double-A. The promotion reflects his impressive performance, but also raises questions about how his skills might translate against more advanced competition. Here’s a closer look at his strengths, areas needing improvement, recent progress, and long-term projection.
Strengths
Clemmey has been one of the most difficult pitchers to square up in High-A, registering a 30% strikeout rate—fourth best among qualified pitchers at the level. His fastball sits in the mid-90s and can reach the upper 90s.
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