To say Nick Lodolo had a solid start to his professional career would be a massive understatement. Despite already pitching 103 innings, Lodolo came to Billings (then Dayton) and threw 18.1 more to the tune of a 2.45 ERA across two levels. His peripherals (a 0.98 WHIP, a 14.7 K rate, and a zero BB rate) were perhaps better than that.

According to his scouting report, Lodolo has a 55 changeup (along with a 55 grade fastball and a 55 grade slider). He toyed with Rookie and Midwest League batters last year.

Where do you start him next season?

He could be challenged with A+ ball and the Florida State League. It's a pitcher's park in the pitcher's league, and fly balls don't travel quite as well there as other places. Too, he can work on his craft against better hitters.

You could keep him in Dayton, at least to start the season. He didn't get many innings last year, and you may want to see him dominate over more innings before moving him up.

What's your opinion?