Alex Blandino was kind of forgotten around these parts due to his injury and sub-par season in 2016. I think we can both take some blame for that one. 2017 looks to be a make or break season for the young infielder from Stanford. Can he impress with the bat and push himself back up the prospect lists for next season? We'll just have to wait and see.
Highest 2016 Level: Triple A (Louisville)
Eye-Poppingest Fact: Great velocity on his fastball with a solid curve.
Most Worrisome Fact: 1.70 K/BB, 1.565 WHIP in 2016.
Alias(es): Mella Yella,
Keury Mella was supposed to be the highlight of the Mike Leake, up until Adam Duvall won the everyday left field spot with the Reds and then smacked a bunch of dingers and earned an All-Star spot.