Tyler Naquin, previously an outfielder, signed a minor-league contract as a pitcher with the Cleveland Guardians after more than a year out of baseball. He decided to pursue pitching after realizing it might be his best path back to the major leagues. Naquin has showcased impressive pitching skills, including a four-seam fastball that reaches 97 mph. His experience at Klein Collins High School and recent training have garnered the interest of scouts, emphasizing his commitment to reinventing his career with a renowned pitching organization.
"I think I'm going to pitch,' and we went and picked up a glove and we started playing catch. It was as simple as that. It was pretty quick."
"I think some people started to realize that it was for real. I'm thankful to be somewhere where, from what I've heard, is No. 1 in pitching development."
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