Bleacher Report · Mar 2, 2020
Report: Jose Bautista Working out for DR as a Pitcher, Throws 94 MPH Fastball
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After a 15-year career in the majors as a hitter, Jose Bautista is now trying his hand as a pitcher.
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the 39-year-old "spent thiswinter working out as a pitcher in hopes of returning as a two-way player."
Passan added a scouting report of the former slugger:
Jeff Passan @JeffPassanI've seen video of Jose Bautista throwing a bullpen session. Couldn't tell the velocity, but one source said he can run his fastball up to 94. His slider had legitimate tilt -- threw a short one and a bigger bender. @STR0 said in January he could pitch in a big league bullpen.