"In the end, the kid topped the 180-innings mark, went all the way through, made all of his starts, and we think the world of this guy," Reds manager Bryan Price said after DeSclafani's final start of the season on Sept. 30. "He's going to have a terrific career in Cincinnati. He finally really did pitch a full Major League season, and it will pay dividends down the road."
DeSclafani, who was acquired along with catcher Chad Wallach, was 9-13 with a 4.05 ERA, 55 walks, 194 hits allowed, 151 strikeouts and a 1.35 WHIP. Although some numbers didn't appear sparkling for a 98-loss last-place club that began its rebuild midseason, there was plenty to like overall.