Pitching pipe line with some optimistic developments in spring training

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The twins have made some high selections on some talented pitchers in the top 2 rounds of the draft the last 3 years.  I have always said we have been having decent luck at producing pitchers the last couple of years, but we need someone who can develop into that #1 type pitcher.   There have been some very good developments at the end of the season and in spring training.  

2022 - Priellip -  obviously has been on the shelf more than not but came back strong at the end of the season last year.  In his last 9 innings (3 games) he fanned 15 batters in high A.  In bullpen sessions he has been hitting 98 mph.  He puts a ton of spin on the slider, and ultimately that is the pitch that is going to be make or break to his success, can the elbow remain healthy while continuing to put so much rpm onto that pitch.  If so the stuff is definitely good enough to be a #1 or #2 type pitcher.  

2023 -  Soto - began pitching as a junior in high school.  Twins were aggressive putting him in A ball, but he really started to assert himself towards the end of the season. He has hit 100 mph on his fastball in bullpen sessions.  He still needs some work on his secondary pitches, and definitely still some development on control,  but the sky is the limit for this kid.  #1 type pitcher still on the table, but much more projection than someone like Priellip.  

2024 - Hill  -  another lefty like Priellip and another high school pick like Soto.  In bullpen sessions averaged 97 mph yesterday.  Huge improvement.  He was more developed that Soto as a pitcher, but still has some work.  

We have 3 pitchers with extremely high upside.  I am impressed by the progress they have made and can't wait to see what they accomplish this season.