A’s right-hander Frankie Montas throws more than 100 mph, but you’d never know that by watching his delivery. “It looks nice and easy, like he’s just playing catch,” manager Bob Melvin said. “And the ball is screaming in there.”
Montas is part of a new wave of flamethrowers on the Bay Area horizon. Here are other names for your radar (guns). Mph readings are from Baseball America unless otherwise noted.
GIANTS
MELVIN ADON
Fastball: 100 mph
Opening Day age: 22
Throws: Right
Height: 6-3 Weight: 195
2016 highlights: 5.