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This week's Arms Race in Lancaster

With their eyes on Houston and a Major League debut on the horizon, there’s an Arms Race in Lancaster.

HERE ARE THE DEETZ: RHP Dean Deetz rebounded from a wild start at High Desert to shut down Bakersfield for 5 innings on Wednesday . The Missouri-native allowed 1 run on 3 hits, striking out 3 while walking 2. He lowered his team-best ERA to 2.37, which ranks 7th in the league. Deetz also leads the club with 19.0 innings pitched. Is not a ranked prospect.

FILTHY FERRELL: RHP Riley Ferrell has dominated as Lancaster's closer to start the season.