One of the Phillies top prospects is getting major recognition after a stellar season with the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs.
Jake Thompson, the Phillies top pitching prospect, has been named the Most Valuable Pitcher of the Eastern League. The young right-hander finished in a tie for the most wins (11) and the highest-winning percentage (.688) among qualified pitchers.
He finished the season with 2.50 ERA in 21 games, while holding opponents to a .225 batting average. Thompson struck out 87 batters while allowing 37 walks in over 129 innings.
This is the third time an Iron Pig has won the Eastern League Most Valuable Pitcher award.