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 Frank Sohn is set to return to the Miami Palms’ lineup for the 2020 season as a key piece in the right field. In 2019, Sohn appeared in 151 games and posted a solid .277 average over 606 at-bats. His production included 13 home runs , 63 RBIs , and 69 runs scored , while he also contributed 34 doubles and 7 triples —numbers that underscore his ability to take extra bases and stretch the field. Strengths Extra-Base Potential: Sohn’s 34 doubles and 7 triples indicate he isn’t just content with a single; he’s capable of turning routine hits into key momentum builders. Consistent Production: With 151 games played, he demonstrated durability and reliability as a regular in the outfield, giving the Palms a steady offensive spark. Run Creation: Scoring 69 runs suggests that Sohn not only gets on base but also has the ability to drive in or score from his teammates’ efforts. Areas for Growth On-Base Skills: An OBP of .315 signals that while his batting average is respectable, Sohn c...

 Braden Shipley enters the 2020 season as one of the Miami Palms’ more enigmatic bullpen pieces. In 2019, Shipley posted a 6-3 record over 59.33 innings of relief work, but the numbers behind that record are a mixed bag. Despite registering a win–loss line that might make a casual observer smile, his 6.07 ERA and an eye-popping FIP of 9.22 reveal underlying struggles that need addressing. Shipley’s peripheral stats tell a story of a pitcher who, while capable of picking up wins, was also prone to lapses in control. With 34 strikeouts in 59.33 innings—amounting to a modest 5.16 K/9 —and 19 walks on his record, his K/BB ratio of 1.79 underscores a reliance on defensive support and timely run support from the offense. Opponents managed a .299 batting average against him, and a WHIP of 1.60 indicates he frequently allowed baserunners. On the upside, his win total suggests that in the right circumstances, Shipley can deliver, and his experience gives him the potential to succeed ...

 Left-hander Wandy Peralta enters the 2020 season as one of the more intriguing arms in the Miami Palms bullpen. After a solid 2019 campaign in which he posted a 2.79 ERA over 48.1 innings , Peralta proved to be a dependable option in relief, particularly in high-leverage situations. His microscopic 0.64 WHIP and impressive 3.56 K/BB ratio highlight his ability to limit baserunners and attack hitters with precision. Strengths Peralta's biggest weapon is his ability to keep hitters off balance. His .132 batting average against (BAA) in 2019 was the lowest among Miami relievers, and his 42.1% ground ball rate suggests he can induce weak contact when needed. Despite not being a traditional strikeout specialist (just 32 strikeouts in 48.1 IP ), Peralta effectively minimizes damage with elite command and an ability to escape jams. Concerns The biggest question for Peralta heading into 2020 is his role. He wasn’t a primary late-inning option last season, logging just one save and ...

  By Vin Castillo, Miami Sentinel Manny Parra took the mound 33 times last season, and more often than not, he left it with a win. The veteran southpaw posted a 21-9 record with a 3.23 ERA , establishing himself as the Miami Palms’ most reliable arm. Parra wasn’t overpowering—his 5.66 K/9 was among the lowest in the rotation—but he thrived on command and deception, issuing just 38 walks in 248 innings . His 1.07 WHIP was the best among Palms starters, a testament to his ability to limit baserunners. “He just never gives in,” said Miami skipper Scott Hatteberg. “Doesn’t matter if it’s a 2-0 count or bases loaded, he’s always going to make the hitter beat him.” One of the few blemishes on Parra’s ledger was the 37 home runs he surrendered, a product of his tendency to pitch to contact. His 43.8% ground ball rate was the lowest of any Miami starter, meaning when hitters did square him up, the ball often left the yard. Despite that, his 3.65 FIP suggests his success wasn’t a flu...