Washington Nationals prospect Alejandro Rosario is finally throwing again
Alejandro Rosario was the most mysterious piece of the Gore trade but also the one with the most upside. Now he is back
Coral Gables, FL - March 12, 2023: Miami right-handed pitcher Alejandro Rosario (24) recently made a triumphant return to the mound after an absence of over 600 days. The Nationals acquired the 5th prospect from the Gore trade, a player who had missed the entire previous season due to Tommy John Surgery. Known for his impressive stuff and command, Rosario has been a wild card in the Gore deal, with a career marked by both promise and inconsistency.
His fastball, sitting around 96-97 and capable of reaching 100 mph, was complemented by a deadly splitter and a nasty slider. Despite struggles with command at the University of Miami, Rosario's minor league ERA never exceeded 2.24 in 2024. After his elbow injury in 2024, Rosario underwent Tommy John Surgery, but the details of his recovery have been shrouded in mystery.
Now, it appears his rehabilitation is progressing well, as he's recently thrown again. If he can maintain the performance he displayed in 2024, Rosario could be the standout player from the Gore trade, possibly even a top-of-the-rotation arm in the near future.
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