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Pitcher's Cancer Battle Fuels Comeback
22 Jun
Summary
- Scarborough overcame cancer surgery to dominate on the mound.
- His 2.79 ERA and strong strikeout rate show readiness.
- Rangers need pitching depth after recent trades.
Caden Scarborough, a top pitching prospect for the Texas Rangers, is making a significant comeback following a health scare. Diagnosed with malignant melanoma on his neck, he underwent surgery, delaying his start to the minor league season until May. Despite this setback, Scarborough has showcased exceptional form.
In six starts across High-A Hub City and the ACL Rangers, he has posted a 2.79 ERA with 26 strikeouts and only six walks in 19.1 innings. Batters are hitting a mere .235 against him, with just one home run allowed. His performance mirrors his success from the previous year, where he rocketed up prospect rankings.
The Rangers view Scarborough as crucial for bolstering their pitching depth, especially after trading away several promising left-handed pitchers. His progress at High-A is being closely monitored, with potential promotions to Frisco being considered as he continues to gather momentum.
