Anthony Banda, the pitcher who was acquired in the Gerardo Parra deal last summer is looking like a legitimate prospect with the way he pitched in the second half last year and how he is starting off in the not-so-pitching friendly California League. Through three games Banda is 3-0 with a 1.65 ERA and 17 strikeouts in 16 innings while only allowing 11 hits. Another plus is the lefty is still just 21 and has put himself square in the mix for Top 10 organizational prospect status. he's worth keeping a close eye on going forward.
Snake Stars
3 Stars: Anthony Banda, Visalia 6 IP, 5 H, 2 BB, 6 K, 0 ER, W (3-0)
2 Stars: Michael Perez, Visalia 3 for 4, 2 R, 2 DBL, 1 HR (2), 4 RBI
1 Star: Gabriel Arias, Mobile 6.