#jhoan-duran

#jhoan-duran

Duran's success comes from throwing his "splinker" frequently, a hybrid pitch confusing hitters with its unique velocity and movement. Opponents are slugging just .238 against it.

The Dodgers enter every deadline season seeking a major move, and the 6-foot-5, 230-pound Durán qualifies. With a fastball that averages over 100 mph, a splinker that sits at 98 and a curveball to keep hitters off balance, Durán is pitching as well as ever.