Scouting Report: Bubba Chandler
Pittsburgh Pirates | SP
Overall
Summary
Bubba Chandler, 23-year-old Pirates rookie right-hander, is struggling in his first full MLB season with persistent command issues. Through 9 starts, he's 1-5 with a 5.14 ERA over 42 innings, 36 strikeouts to 31 walks, and a 1.52 WHIP. His walk rate (15.6%) is among the highest in baseball. Despite the struggles, he possesses elite stuff including a 98.5 mph fastball (97th percentile) and quality secondary pitches. Chandler has acknowledged his mental approach is hindering performance—he's pitching scared and over-correcting to avoid walks, which paradoxically increases them. Pirates management remains confident he will improve. He's working to adjust his mentality and be more aggressive on the mound.
Strengths
- Elite fastball velocity (98.5 mph, 97th percentile)
- Strong strikeout stuff (36 K in 42 IP)
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