H/W: 6-3 215 lb. B/T: R/R DOB: 3/21/87
Things really picked up for the World Champs' top pitching prospect once he arrived at AAA Lehigh Valley as he went 2-2 with a 1.72 ERA and 46 K's in 36.2 IP. He has continued his dominance in the Venezuelan Winter League earning a perfect 3-0 record with a 2.11 ERA and a 11 BB/45 K ratio in 47 IP. Carrasco's fastball sits between 90-94 MPH with good late movement and command on both sides of the plate, but his best pitch may be his changeup which ranks as the best in the system and is an effective out pitch. His curve has come a long way from being a mere "show me" pitch to becoming a valuable part of his repertoire. Carrasco has shown good durability as a pro and his sturdy frame should be able to handle the rigors of a 200 inning season with regularity and success.
2009 Projection: Carrasco has thrown a lot of innings this past year (198.1) which could mean that the Phillies will opt to use him sparingly early in the season. However, the race for the #5 spot in Philadelphia's rotation features the likes of Kyle Kendrick, Chan Ho Park, and Adam Eaton, all of which are far less talented than the 22 year old Venezuelan. Watch to see how this situation develops as spring progresses. If Carrasco doesn't earn an opening day roster spot, he will continue to toil at Lehigh Valley until a spot opens up for him. Once he arrives, he should be able to make positive contributions and the values of his cards should see a solid market boost. Carrasco has all the ability to become the perfect compliment to current ace Cole Hamels atop the rotation of the '08 World Champs.
Key Carlos Carrasco Baseball Cards:
- 2005 Bowman Chrome
- 2006 Bowman Chrome Draft
- 2006 Bowman Draft Jersey
- 2007 Bowman Chrome Draft
- 2007 Bowman Draft Jersey
- 2008 Bowman Sterling Auto
- 2008 Donruss Threads Auto #/999
 2011 Topps #28 Carlos Carrasco Indians $1.00 |
 2007 Bowman Chrome DP CARLOS CARRASCO Refractor PSA 9 $8.00 |
 2008 Tristar Carlos Carrasco/Barry Enright RC AUTOGRAPH 10/25 *B1AG $5.39 |
 CARLOS CARRASCO 2010 UPPER DECK STAR ROOKIE #7 RC $2.24 |
 2011 TOPPS TIER ONE CARLOS CARRASCO AUTO 230 /999 $0.99 |
 2010 TOPPS NATIONAL CHICLE CARLOS CARRASCO #266 RC $2.00 |
 08 BOWMAN BLUE #BDPP66 CARLOS CARRASCO /399 W14162 $2.11 |
 CLEVELAND INDIANS CARLOS CARRASCO 2010 GINTER & MINI RC $2.00 |
 5 2006 Bowman Chrome Carlos Carrasco RC FG4 Indians $0.99 |
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