Statistically speaking: Even though he jumped two levels from the Midwest League to the Double-A Texas League at age 20, Feliz still led all full-season starting pitchers with his 10.81 K/9 ratio. He was 15th in that group in strikeouts and ranked sixth with a .201 batting average against.
Scouting report: His fastball has reached triple digits and he throws it consistently at 94-99 mph. His breaking ball (curve) and changeup are being developed and both have shown flashes of being at least Major League-average pitches. He hrows with a free and easy motion and mechanics.
Upside potential: It's scary to think about. He's still projectable and his secondary stuff is improving. He's got future ace written all over him.
They said it: "The amazing thing is it looks like he's playing catch while throwing 98 mph. He makes it look easy, with a very clean arm action. That looks good for his future in terms of injury concerns. There may be even more projection in Neftali as well. We can only see great things from him in the future." -- Rangers Director of Minor League Operations John Lombardo
He said it: "It's exciting to be a part of the Rangers. The trade was good for me. They are giving me a chance. I just need to keep working hard." -- Feliz on the deal that brought him from the Braves to the Rangers in return for Mark Teixeira
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