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Old 02-11-2013, 07:15 PM   #20
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Re: Reds, Leake Avoid Arbitration (1-year, $3.06M deal)

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Originally Posted by redsfanmia View Post
Wasn't it just a few years ago this kid was the next Greg Maddux? He was a super two right?
I have said, and still say,that if used properly (ie keep his arm a little tired, a well known key to sinkerball pitchers being at their most effective) and he keeps his head on striaght he will be a "Greg Maddux lite."

PS He also may need to leave Cincy to reach his full potential, it takes good stuff AND the swagger of a matador to pitch well there.

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