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‘Stache Power: The Rise of Bruce Zimmermann

If you had to guess which pitcher was leading the Braves’ organization in strikeouts, there would likely be a number of familiar prospects who came to mind before you got to the correct answer.

Is it #2 prospect Kyle Wright, who struck out 13 in a game two weeks ago? Great guess, but no. Is it #4 prospect Ian Anderson, who has taken major steps forward this year and leads the Florida Fire Frogs in strikeouts by a considerable margin? Nope. Is it #10 prospect Touki Toussaint, who was just promoted to Triple-A and owns an other-worldly curveball?