It’s no secret that the Chicago White Sox are in a rebuilding phase now. They’re finally taking a similar route to success that their crosstown rival Cubs used to such effectiveness. That being to unload their best veteran assets for a boatload of talented, young prospects. Initial impressions from the assorted deals made thus far is they cleaned up in a big way.
Michael Kopech was considered one of the centerpieces of the Chris Sale trade to the Boston Red Sox a few months ago. The 20-year old pitch is viewed as one of the top pitching prospects in the country. A 6’3″ kid out of Texas, most have come to know him for being a fireballer. Few can throw it harder from the mound than him.
Just how strong of an arm does he have? Exceptional by the look of this video from early practices down in the minors.
First day of max velocity throws for @MichaelKopech5 …. Is 110mph good? 🐐 #APECmlb pic.twitter.com/bJAIUIEIn2
— APEC (@teamAPEC) January 17, 2017
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Kopech can reach 100 MPH regularly on the mound during games and was clocked hitting 105 on the gun in 2014. Such an arm could be of tremendous use to a team in the majors. Just ask the Cubs how they did with Aroldis Chapman during their run in 2016. Kopech still has plenty of work to do before he’s ready, but it’s good to see he’s off to a great start.
White Sox fans will love him when he’s finally brought up.
