SURPRISE, Ariz. -- In college at Vanderbilt, Jack Leiter and Kumar Rocker never got to pitch in the same game. data-styled.g118[id="sc-global-iSmFBW1"]{content:"sc-global-iSmFBW1,"}/*!sc*/ Overall, it was an encouraging outing from the 22-year-old, as he allowed 15 earned runs across his past three starts. Age: 22MLB rank: 48Team: Frisco RoughRiders (Double-A)ETA: 2023Scouting report, tools, stats & more Rangers prospect updates , Sept. 27: Walks plague Leiter once againJack Leiter is having a rough go of it with his command of late, and that continued on Tuesday. @font-face{font-family:'proxima-nova';src:url('https://www.mlbstatic.com/mlb.com/fonts/proxima-nova-medium.woff2') format('woff2'),url('https://www.mlbstatic.com/mlb.com/fonts/proxima-nova-medium.woff') format('woff');font-weight:500;font-style:normal;font-display:fallback;}/*!sc*/ .iQELft{box-sizing:border-box;padding:0px;}/*!sc*/ .hspSPq:hover svg path{fill:#ffffff;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb header.mlb-header.mlb-header--side-nav-closed .header__nav-top__nav-container .header__subnav{display:none;pointer-events:none;}/*!sc*/ More . window.globalState = {"tracking_title":"Major League Baseball","lang":"en"} Check out a teaser below for the play h1.Styles__HeadlineContainer-sc-19rm04l-0{font-size:2.074rem;margin-bottom:8px;}/*!sc*/ @font-face{font-family:'proxima-nova';src:url('https://www.mlbstatic.com/mlb.com/fonts/proxima-nova-medium-it.woff2') format('woff2'), url('https://www.mlbstatic.com/mlb.com/fonts/proxima-nova-medium-it.woff') format('woff');font-weight:500;font-style:italic;}/*!sc*/ Second overall pick Jack Leiter signed Wednesday with the Texas Rangers, getting a $7,922,000 signing bonus that is the largest for a drafted pitcher in 10 years. RHP Jack Leiter assigned to Rangers Organization. Rocker only got his first taste of affiliated baseball back in October -- with the Surprise Saguaros of the Arizona Fall League -- just months after he was selected No. So I feel really good about where everythings at. .jbYgiH{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(12,minmax(0,1fr));grid-gap:24px;margin:0 auto;max-width:967px;}/*!sc*/ data-styled.g140[id="sharestyle__Label-sc-9nfkvu-0"]{content:"ezZJVn,"}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb body.side-nav-open{position:fixed;overflow:hidden;overscroll-behavior:none;touch-action:none;}/*!sc*/ Bats: Right Throws: Right. 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Leiters stuff was electric, with his fastball clocked in at 97 mph at times. Gameday ","type":"markdown"},{"__typename":"Markdown","content":"**June 18: Leiter has up-and-down outing on Saturday** \nLeiter labored through four innings Saturday in what may go down as his oddest start of the year. The N.J. native threw a scoreless sixth inning with a strikeout in the Texas Rangers 6-4 win over the Colorado Rockies. Following an opener, Leiter tossed 5 2/3 scoreless innings with eight strikeouts for Double-A Frisco in his first June appearance. Gameday ","type":"markdown"},{"__typename":"Video","contentDate":"2022-05-27T01:32:54.759Z","description":"Rangers No. These guys will let you know when theyre ready, Bochy said of the Rangers young pitchers. .mHQYb .p-search__input{-webkit-appearance:none;position:relative;height:40px;font-family:'mlb-primary','Helvetica Neue','Helvetica','Arial', sans-serif;box-shadow:inset 0 1px 1px rgba(0,0,0,0.075);color:#000;font-size:16px;width:100%;min-width:250px;background-color:#ffffff;border:0px;border-radius:6px;padding:0.25rem 1rem;line-height:1.42857143;margin-bottom:2px;}/*!sc*/ @media (min-width:768px){.epHHrr.youtube iframe{width:500px;}}/*!sc*/ His eight strikeouts ties his career high, which he set in his final start in May. For Leiter, 2022 was a year full of adjustments as he went from Vanderbilt straight to Double-A Frisco. Aug. 11: Bounces back from rough first inningIt definitely didn't look like Jack Leiter's night to start Thursday, as the 22-year-old righty walked the first three batters to load the bases, but he bounced back beautifully, only allowing two runs to score in 5 2/3 innings pitched. 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His efforts earned him a hold in the seven-inning game. Gameday , Top @Rangers prospect Jack Leiter spins arguably his best start since May for @RidersBaseball:5.2 IP2 H1 R3 BB4 K pic.twitter.com/wx64tpeNk0. Gameday , Sept. 13: Can't find strike zone in lossJack Leiter continues to struggle with his control, as he walked six batters across 4 1/3 innings in his latest start for Double-A Frisco. .mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-top__nav-item__link{display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;font-weight:700;-webkit-box-pack:center;-webkit-justify-content:center;-ms-flex-pack:center;justify-content:center;padding:10px 12px;}/*!sc*/ Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Leiter, the son of 19-year big league pitcher Al Leiter, walked Braylen Wimmer to lead off the game but was perfect the rest of the way in a 5-0 victory over South Carolina. data-styled.g147[id="Styles__MarkdownContainer-dxqlie-0"]{content:"eJdqRG,"}/*!sc*/ .cwEpxl{height:100%;width:100%;border:transparent;background:none;cursor:pointer;-webkit-transition:0.2s;transition:0.2s;padding:0px;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb .p-search-item__container--sm{font-size:12px;height:30px;min-width:150px;}/*!sc*/ The 21-year-old got just five outs, leaving the game with two outs in the second inning after giving up six earned runs, seven hits and a walk while striking out just one during the RoughRiders' 11-1 loss, dropping Leiter's record to 1-3 over six starts. September 27th, 2022. Rangers manager Bruce Bochy joined the K&C Masterpiece on 105.3 The Fan [KRLD-FM] to talk about Jack Leiter and Kumar Rocker, Marco Scutaro and Texas new 17 prospect in baseball, per MLB Pipeline. After not allowing a single home run during the month of May, the 22-year-old allowed two home runs to the Sod Poodles. But on Tuesday afternoon, when the Rangers scored a 6-4 win over the Rockies at Surprise Stadium, Leiter and Rocker -- now reunited in the Rangers farm system -- both made their 2023 Cactus League debuts out of the bullpen. .cHcHkC{font-size:1.2rem;line-height:1.2;margin-top:0;max-height:48px;overflow:hidden;position:relative;display:-webkit-box;width:100%;-webkit-line-clamp:2;-webkit-box-orient:vertical;}/*!sc*/ Leiter said he learned a lot about his processes and routines in his first professional season, and even though he wishes it went better stats-wise, the learning experiences from the ups and downs will help him moving forward in his career. .eJdqRG p{margin-top:0;}/*!sc*/ .groqnz .ad-body-container .ad-body-inner-container::before{color:#dddddd;content:"ADVERTISEMENT";display:block;font-family:"proxima-nova","open Sans","Helvetica","Arial",sans-serif;font-size:0.694rem;line-height:13px;position:absolute;top:17px;text-align:center;width:100%;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-top__nav-item--spotlight:hover{background-color:lighten;}/*!sc*/ Jack Leiter pitched an inning for the Texas Rangers Tuesday.AP. .kwDmpG{display:block;font-weight:500;}/*!sc*/ He had some trouble with command all night, throwing 53 of his 93 pitches for strikes, but he made it work. He limited Wichita to just two runs, but had plenty of traffic on the bases, as he conceded six hits and three walks. Leiter struggled to find the strike zone for most the outing, walking four batters. They sometimes pitched on the same day, due to rainouts or doubleheaders, but the two .blUWSx .share-list__item{position:absolute;}/*!sc*/ .blUWSx .share-icon__square{width:30px;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb .p-search__list--multiple-type .p-search-item--team.p-search-item--es:first-of-type:before{content:'Equipos';}/*!sc*/ .epHHrr{text-align:center;max-width:100%;margin:0 auto;}/*!sc*/ .groqnz.markdown.youtube,.groqnz.photo figcaption.youtube,.groqnz.oembed .social-embed.youtube{padding:0;}/*!sc*/ He struck out five while throwing 54 of his 91 pitches for strikes. hr{box-sizing:content-box;height:0;overflow:visible;}/*!sc*/ @media screen and (-ms-high-contrast:active),(-ms-high-contrast:none){.mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-top__url-logo{height:30px;}.mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-top__url-logo img{min-height:30px;height:auto !important;}.mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-top__tagline img{width:100%;}}/*!sc*/ .blLcNM .content .share-btn button{font-weight:600;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb .p-search-item__image-thumbnail--rounded{background-color:#f7f7f7;margin-top:0;margin-left:0.25rem;height:40px;border:1px solid #e2e2e2;border-radius:50%;}/*!sc*/ .hHLkAw input::-webkit-search-decoration,.hHLkAw input::-webkit-search-cancel-button,.hHLkAw input::-webkit-search-results-button,.hHLkAw input::-webkit-search-results-decoration{display:none;}/*!sc*/ Despite earning selection to the MLB Futures game in Los Angeles, Leiter went 3-10 with a 5.54 ERA in 23 games (22 starts). header.mlb-header.mlb-header--side-nav-open{position:fixed;top:0px;z-index:99992;}/*!sc*/ .hspSPq svg{padding-top:1px;vertical-align:top;fill:#ffffff;}/*!sc*/ data-styled.g167[id="Styles__StoryPartContainer-sc-1mfrmm0-0"]{content:"groqnz,"}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-side__main-nav{background-color:#081c3b;width:145px;-ms-overflow-style:none;}/*!sc*/ I don't think we ever pitched in the same game, so obviously that's cool, said Leiter, who is ranked as the club's No. data-styled.g146[id="Styles__StickyHeadline-sc-1wye7kw-2"]{content:"cHcHkC,"}/*!sc*/ Leiter has walked at least 3 batters in all but two of his past eight starts. But pitching in Surprise Stadium notably felt different for the right-hander this time around. h1{font-size:2em;margin:0.67em 0;}/*!sc*/ sup{top:-0.5em;}/*!sc*/ Top pitching prospects, former Vandy teammates get first taste of Cactus League play. @font-face{font-family:'proxima-nova';src:url('https://www.mlbstatic.com/mlb.com/fonts/proxima-nova-regular.woff2') format('woff2'),url('https://www.mlbstatic.com/mlb.com/fonts/proxima-nova-regular.woff') format('woff');font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-display:fallback;}/*!sc*/ @font-face{font-family:'proxima-nova';src:url('https://www.mlbstatic.com/mlb.com/fonts/proxima-nova-bold.woff2') format('woff2'),url('https://www.mlbstatic.com/mlb.com/fonts/proxima-nova-bold.woff') format('woff');font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-display:fallback;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb .mlb-header__login-menu__link{display:block;padding:10px;color:#081c3b;background-color:#f7f7f7;-webkit-text-decoration:none;text-decoration:none;}/*!sc*/ This spring especially, Leiter is soaking up the wealth of knowledge around the Rangers clubhouse and coaching staff. .mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-top__logo{-webkit-flex:0 1 auto;-ms-flex:0 1 auto;flex:0 1 auto;display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;text-align:left;height:56px;padding:0 16px 0 0;}/*!sc*/ Son of two-time All-Star Al Leiter, Jack Leiter was one of the most hyped pitching prospects in years. The No. July 24: Goes 3 1/3 innings in return to Texas LeagueAfter dealing a perfect frame in the Futures Game, Jack Leiter allowed two runs -- both earned -- on four hits and a walk over 3 1/3 innings in his first game back with Double-A Frisco. @media screen and (min-width:1024px){.mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-side__nav-item:hover{background-color:#057AFF;}}/*!sc*/ data-styled.g165[id="Styles__AspectRatioContent-sc-1t1lmmv-1"]{content:"fvEQJr,"}/*!sc*/ For Rocker, its just about getting back into the swing of a full-season schedule. I think just overall, its been a lot more comfortable as a whole this spring being in big league camp, Leiter said, via Kennedi Landry of MLB.com It feels a lot more comfortable. The 22-year-old righty struck out a pair and threw 39 of 65 pitches for strikes. .hspSPq:hover{cursor:pointer;background-color:#0462CC;}/*!sc*/ .dMKvOx{line-height:1.2;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__subnav__group-title{color:#aaaaaa;font-weight:700;font-size:12px;background-color:#ffffff;text-transform:uppercase;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb header.mlb-header[data-is-club] .header__nav-top .header__nav-top__tagline img,.mHQYb header.mlb-header[data-is-microsite] .header__nav-top .header__nav-top__tagline img{height:56px;max-width:512px;line-height:56px;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb .p-search-item__team-logo{margin-right:15px;max-height:25px;width:25px;}/*!sc*/ Overall, it was an encouraging outing from the 22-year-old, as he allowed 15 earned runs across his past three starts. .blUWSx .share-icon__close{width:18px;}/*!sc*/ He now has 86 K's in 73 2/3 innings pitched this season. 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After striking out the first two batters of the game, Double-A Midland's three-hitter, Logan Davidson, reached on an error by Frisco's left fielder Dustin Harris. @media only screen and (min-width:568px){.kwDmpG{display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-box-flex:1;-webkit-flex-grow:1;-ms-flex-positive:1;flex-grow:1;margin-right:8px;}}/*!sc*/ WebJack Leiter was drafted to the MLB right out of high school and decided to play at Vanderbilt in college instead. @font-face{font-family:'proxima-nova';src:url('https://www.mlbstatic.com/mlb.com/fonts/proxima-nova-black-italic.woff2') format('woff2'),url('https://www.mlbstatic.com/mlb.com/fonts/proxima-nova-black-italic.woff') format('woff');font-style:italic;font-weight:900;font-display:fallback;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb .p-search__status{left:-9999px;position:absolute;}/*!sc*/ This guys got dominating stuff, tremendous slider. .hUHmCp > article{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(12,minmax(0,1fr));grid-gap:24px;color:#000000;}/*!sc*/ Jack Nunge denied a shot at the rim in Xavier's 94-89 road victory over Providence. .mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-top__button.account{-webkit-box-pack:end;-webkit-justify-content:flex-end;-ms-flex-pack:end;justify-content:flex-end;padding:0 0 0 4px;white-space:nowrap;-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;}/*!sc*/ pre{font-family:monospace,monospace;font-size:1em;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-top__logo--mlb{-webkit-box-flex:99;-webkit-flex-grow:99;-ms-flex-positive:99;flex-grow:99;padding-right:0;padding-left:28px;}/*!sc*/ He served up two home runs, half of his season total coming into today. .mHQYb .p-search-item__image{display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;margin-right:0.5rem;-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;width:55px;}/*!sc*/ html{line-height:1.15;-webkit-text-size-adjust:100%;}/*!sc*/ His efforts earned him a hold in the seven-inning game. It's been special and I'm looking forward to where it goes in the future., The kids showed out today. .kwDmpG input{box-sizing:border-box;margin-bottom:16px;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb .p-search-item__image-selector{width:3px;height:100%;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-top__secondary-logos > *{display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-flex:1 1 auto;-ms-flex:1 1 auto;flex:1 1 auto;-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;-webkit-box-pack:center;-webkit-justify-content:center;-ms-flex-pack:center;justify-content:center;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-side__nav-item--inner a,.mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-side__nav-item--inner span{color:#ffffff;}/*!sc*/ .fvEQJr{bottom:0;left:0;position:absolute;right:0;top:0;}/*!sc*/ .mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__nav-top__tagline--no-sponsor{margin-right:0;}/*!sc*/ I try not to put too much weight in it, but as a competitive guy, you obviously look back at your outing and see the numerous places you could be better, and kind of just move on from it.\n\nThe 21-year-old allowed did not allow a run and gave up one hit, two walks and struck out two. @media (min-width:1024px){.mHQYb header.mlb-header .header__subnav__content{-webkit-box-pack:center;-webkit-justify-content:center;-ms-flex-pack:center;justify-content:center;}}/*!sc*/ Leiter was aggressively assigned to Double-A to start the season, and it hasnt been an easy transition. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. That and the fact that as the No. He surrendered five earned runs on five hits and took the loss for the 10th time this year. The pair will play for the American League in the 2022 MLB All-Star Futures Game in Los Angeles on July 16. 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