Angel Herrera

  • Position: RHP

  • Height: 6’1”

  • Weight: 168 lbs

  • Bats/Throws: R/R

  • Born: 07/18/2007

  • Country: Venezuela

  • How Acquired: International Free Agent, 2024

  • Bonus: $190,000

  • 40-man Roster: No

  • Rule 5 Eligible: 2028

  • Minor League Free Agency: 2030

  • Options Left: 3

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Overview

Herrera signed out of Venezuela for a moderate bonus at age 16. By the time he was pitching as a pro, his fastball had gotten up as high as 92 mph. He also had a curve and change.

2024

In his first season, Herrera served as a starter in the DSL. He just held his own, with a 4.98 ERA and 1.66 WHIP, and weak walk and K rates. Given that he turned 17 during the season, it wasn’t a bad showing, and he improved after his first few starts. In his last five, he had a 2.70 ERA and 1.28 WHIP.


Stats

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Transactions

January 15, 2024: Signed by the Pittsburgh Pirates as an international free agent.