Matt Belisle has retired the first 15 hitters...
Matt Belisle has retired the first 15 hitters...
Belisle's got a 4.32 DIPS ERA this season; his actual ERA is inflated mostly due to some bad luck (i.e. .337 BABIP). He's given up a few more homers than I'd like to see, but his strikeout and walk rates really aren't bad at all. If Belisle can maintain similar peripherals next season and straighten out the luck, everybody would be happy with the type of performance he'd post.
The Lost Decade Average Season: 74-88
2014-22 Average Season: 71-91
Maybe he'll get his shot...
Who knows...
I'm always about guys proving me wrong when the wrong is better.
I'm noticing tonight, when the breaking pitches are working...he's rolling. His fastball is good, and his breaking pitches keep the hitters off balance.
I've noticed, if you get in his head...he crumbles...
Sounds like Lohse.
Last edited by Matt700wlw; 09-27-2007 at 08:24 PM.
Two flyouts to Ellison.
17 in a row...
Groundout to Cantu.
18 up, 18 down.
Well...so far, it doesn't get much better
If Belisle can keep himself healthy, then he'll be fine and I'll look forward to seeing him in 2008. He won't turn into an ace, but he's got the look of being able to turn himself into a decent pitcher for a bit if he can stay healthy (the Reds still need to somehow acquire a 4ish ERA pitcher to slot between Arroyo and Belisle, however). I don't think it's unrealistic at all to pin a 4.50 ERA on Belisle for next season.
You also have to remember that this is the first time he's ever started throughout the duration of a big league season, and it's the first time since 2004 that he's had a workload this large in either the majors or minors. There's going to be some adjustment period, and part of what we've seen this season is likely that, an adjustment period.
The Lost Decade Average Season: 74-88
2014-22 Average Season: 71-91
Harang
Arroyo
(someone)
Bailey
Belise....
Or something.....maybe have Bailey and Belisle battle it out for the 4 spot?
The hope is that Bailey eventually climbs up the ladder to the top...
Maybe Cueto gets a shot...and shows he ready...don't forget Matt Maloney who has promise.
I remember back in 2004 people feeling that Aaron Harang didn't have it either. Belisle has a lot of talent, he just needs to put it together. I think he could be a pretty solid starter if he ever does.
School's out. What did you expect?
Bailey has a long way to go before he's a lock as a #3, even in this rotation.
School's out. What did you expect?
There it is.
Nice job, Matt....18 in a row!!
Damn. There it goes. I was hoping he would at least lose it to a good player like Lee.
The starting staff doesn't look as bad on paper
The bullpen is the key.
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