Acquired from the San Diego Padres in a 1-for-1 deal for Daniel Hudson, Mason Thompson, a 6’7’’, 23-year-old, 2016 3rd Round pick, who debuted in the majors for the Friars earlier this season, throws predominantly sinkers, 90.7%, occasionally mixing in a four-seam fastball he throws 7% of the time, a changeup (1.2%), and a slider (1.2%). But it’s all about that sinker for the right-hander, who averages 97.1 MPH with the pitch.
In three appearances out of the Nationals’ bullpen, Thompson has tossed 2 2⁄3 scoreless, giving up four hits and a walk without giving up any runs.