Official Site of the Rockies · Oct 29, 2015
Rockies in AFL: Freeland grateful for extra work
Kyle Freeland and Jordan Patterson headline a strong group of prospects for the Rockies in the Arizona Fall LeagueAfter signing for $2.3 million as the eighth overall pick in the 2014 Draft, Kyle Freeland enjoyed a strong pro debut. The Rockies left-hander posted a 1.15 ERA and a 33/6 K/BB ratio in 39 innings while reaching low Class A, seemingly setting the stage to move quickly through the Minors.
Freeland got derailed from the fast track, however, in 2015. He came down with a tired shoulder and had an operation to remove bone chips from his elbow. He didn't make his first start until July 24 and totaled just 46 2/3 innings, mostly in Class A Advanced.