Patrick Sandoval has made his first start within the LA Angels organization and is already proving himself the top pitching prospect within the Angels, next to Griffin Canning of course. Taking the mound with the Class A Advanced team, the Inland Empire 66ers, Sandoval pitched an absolute gem. In 4.2 innings of work Sandoval struck out 9 while allowing 3 hits (none for extra bases) and 2 walks.
This debut highlights the talents of Patrick Sandoval that made him desirable to the Angels and prompted the trade. Not only is Sandoval a dominate lefty-starter, his ability to strike out opposing hitters at a consistent rate is the cream of what we’ve seen among the Angels current crop of prospects to date.