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Deep: Marc Rzepczynski - Starting Pitcher
Not since Phil Rizzuto was in the majors has a pitcher with two Z’s in his last name had such an impact…
Ok, that isn’t really a statement that sells much interest in the circles of the fantasy world; however, this former member of the Wu-Tang Clan (Oh…wait, that was Rza) made an immeasurable leap in 2009.
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Editors Note: Good Karma to Ben Pavlovic over at Rotokeeper: Thanks for the Tweet the other day! That was kind of you to make mention of us!
Hmmm...I'm realizing Marc Rzepczynski needs a nickname after this blog entry – spelling his name is pure hell! Since Rza is already taken perhaps R-Zip would be more original - & greater appropriate?
While some are projecting that the breakthrough experienced in 2009 was a result of a disastrous year of injuries for Blue Jaypitchers, this big lefty shot up the charts of their pitching depth and tossed his name into consideration for a rotation spot in 2010. He was effective and had no fear when toeing the hill in his 11 starts for the major’s only Canadian entry.
While not overly powerful, or tossing dominant goods, what this 24-year old California kid does have is average to above average stuff all around - and the ability to not put his self into danger with overwhelming frequency.
This isn’t to say that R-Zip? is perfect, as he gave up a few too many round trippers for me to say that he isn’t apt to give up a big hit here and there (7 bombs allowed in just over 61 IP) although, we can almost forgive him as 7 of his 11 starts were against the heavy hitting line-ups of Boston, Tampa, Texas and the Yanks.
Prior to Facebook: Bill "Groundhog Day, Ghost Bustin' Ass" Murray, RZA and GZA from Wutang Clan chat the old school way...Face to Face, not Facebook to Facebook. Love this short from director Jim Jarmuschs 2002 black & white, cult classic "Coffee and Cigarettes"
