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Rangers Prospect Dominates AFL with Strikeouts
10 Oct
Summary
- McConnaughey struck out five in 2.1 innings of relief.
- He is recovering from Tommy John surgery and was sent to AFL for extra innings.
- McConnaughey posted a 3.48 ERA in 20.2 innings across eight minor league games.
Texas Rangers prospect Mason McConnaughey is making a significant impact in the Arizona Fall League.
McConnaughey, the Rangers' No. 30 prospect, pitched 2.1 innings in relief on Thursday, recording five strikeouts and allowing just one hit and one walk. This performance is crucial as he continues his recovery from Tommy John surgery, which delayed his minor league debut.
The Rangers drafted McConnaughey in the fourth round last year, knowing he would need time to heal. He made his first appearance in late June, pitching in three games in the Arizona Complex League before being promoted to Class A Hickory for the remainder of his season, concluding on August 14.
Across eight minor league games, including seven starts, McConnaughey compiled a 3.48 ERA over 20.2 innings, striking out 16 batters while walking six. His performance at Hickory saw a 4.50 ERA in five starts, with 14 strikeouts in 14 innings.
McConnaughey is one of several Rangers prospects participating in the AFL, alongside catcher Julian Brock and infielders Casey Cook and Sebastian Walcott.
