Top prospect Chandler makes successful Pirates debut with 4-inning save
Pirates rookie Bubba Chandler, considered baseball's top pitching prospect, became one of only three pitchers since 1980 to record a four-inning save in his MLB debut
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Bubba Chandler delivered an outstanding major league debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates, earning a four-inning save in a 9-0 victory over the Colorado Rockies. The 22-year-old right-handed pitcher, regarded as baseball's premier pitching prospect, demonstrated his remarkable abilities on the mound. He entered in the sixth inning, throwing his first pitch at 99 mph and reaching 100 mph throughout his appearance.
Despite allowing a few hits, Chandler effectively controlled the game, striking out multiple batters and inducing a double play. Manager Don Kelly plans to use him in relief initially as preparation for eventual starting opportunities, carefully managing his workload after 100 minor league innings this season.
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