Could Dellin Betances Finally Live Up To His Potential?

Addison · 03-10-2014, 12:24 PM

It seems as though he has been working on a new pitch which he seems to be finding success with. So could this be the year Betances has himself a nice year.? The only reason I ask is a little over a year ago, when I started my interest in the hobby, he was definitely a top prospect with plenty potential, but fell off the map. Now it seems that he is regaining his confidence.

Yankees spring training: Dellin Betances' new pitch that might get him to the majors | NJ.com

His delivery/mechanics have also changed quite a bit.

(2012)

(2014)

Wolves4Life · 03-10-2014, 12:32 PM

If his potential has always been a middle relief pitcher, Yes.

Addison · 03-10-2014, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Wolves4Life

If his potential has always been a middle relief pitcher, Yes.

Better than shagging flyballs in rookie ball I suppose.

preakness · 03-10-2014, 01:33 PM

He will dominate since I
No longer own any USA autos including the red /16 auto

Addison · 05-03-2014, 02:14 PM

Little over a month into the season. Walks seem to be high but he's 3rd on the Yankees squad in strikeouts which I think is interesting.

If they don't eventually move him to a closer role, he could be a decent trade chip.

Thoughts?

66_Fiat · 05-03-2014, 02:32 PM

I watched him the last couple weeks and his breaking ball(s) are knee-buckling, in addition to his +fastball. I had no idea he was 7' 9" either. The Yanks would be stupid not to develop him into their closer over the next year or two. This is coming from a Sox fan.

Addison · 05-03-2014, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 66_Fiat

I watched him the last couple weeks and his breaking ball(s) are knee-buckling, in addition to his +fastball. I had no idea he was 7' 9" either. The Yanks would be stupid not to develop him into their closer over the next year or two. This is coming from a Sox fan.

My sentiments as well. He is a giant with heat and a nasty breaking ball. If he can get his control down, I wouldn't want to face him late in the game.

teosdesserts · 05-03-2014, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by 66_Fiat

I watched him the last couple weeks and his breaking ball(s) are knee-buckling, in addition to his +fastball. I had no idea he was 7' 9" either. The Yanks would be stupid not to develop him into their closer over the next year or two. This is coming from a Sox fan.

Damn he is tall!

66_Fiat · 05-03-2014, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by teosdesserts

Damn he is tall!

OK, maybe not 7' 9", but definitely 6' 6" plus/minus 15".

VeedonFleece · 05-03-2014, 03:38 PM

Whatever happened to Ziveus?

Addison · 05-04-2014, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by VeedonFleece

Whatever happened to Ziveus?

It seems he hasn't been on in months. If I remember right, he was big into Betances.

Pine Tar · 05-04-2014, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Wolves4Life

If his potential has always been a middle relief pitcher, Yes.

If even this

Addison · 05-17-2014, 07:50 AM

ERA: 1.61
IP: 22.1
K'S:39
K/9: 15.7

I'd assume if Robertson goes down, Betances may be closing games down for the Yankees...?

Nervo · 05-17-2014, 09:16 AM

Betances looks like a damn good 8th inning man

statman32 · 05-17-2014, 09:28 AM

I still don't love his delivery but he is pitching great. Not living up to his true ceiling, but excelling at a more realistic role. The Yankees don't have very many starters in the minors but they have some nice power arms in AAA to go along with Betances.

centereacan06 · 05-17-2014, 09:31 AM

All I know is he shut the Mets down when he came in relief. I think he finally found is calling in the back of the bullpen. His stuff was nasty.

MetsFan4Life · 05-18-2014, 03:27 AM

I have the pleasure of knowing dellin from High School. Geez. This kid is 6'8 with a mid to high 90's fast ball and some sick stuff. he is very humble and never forgets where he came from. I'm glad he is living out his dream =)

pac213up · 05-18-2014, 05:22 AM

His potential was as a starter, so no I do not see him living up t that. He could be a very effective relief pitcher though.

Addison · 05-18-2014, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by MetsFan4Life

I have the pleasure of knowing dellin from High School. Geez. This kid is 6'8 with a mid to high 90's fast ball and some sick stuff. he is very humble and never forgets where he came from. I'm glad he is living out his dream =)

That's very cool!

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Originally Posted by pac213up

His potential was as a starter, so no I do not see him living up t that. He could be a very effective relief pitcher though.

I don't know. Mid 90's fast ball with awesome off speed stuff. I think if he can build his confidence in the bullpen, he could be a decent starter.

stera8 · 05-18-2014, 07:25 AM

He had great movement yesterday. Some pirates ducked thinking the ball was close and ended up being strikes.

Very nice

preakness · 05-18-2014, 09:22 AM

Got skillZ

jbmets95 · 05-18-2014, 10:18 AM

He has amazing stuff... Ive watched him all year and saw him in person K 6 of 7 vs the Mets

Altho thats not too hard...

I have him kept in my dynasty league because he has just too much potential

jjhasmadskillz · 06-01-2014, 02:58 PM

I have a pretty decent Betances collection http://s688.photobucket.com/user/jjh...s%20Collection
Glad to see he has finally matured. I feel he should be closing and Robertson should stay in the set up role that he was good in. He blew his second save today by the way. Gave up 4 runs. Oh and Betances pitched 2 innings and struck out 5..just saying

death2redemptions · 06-01-2014, 03:03 PM

His potential was as a starter so he definitely hasn't lived up to his potential but he could end up being a good quality reliever.

jake312 · 06-01-2014, 03:04 PM

His k/9 is just phenomenal.

03-10-2014, 12:24 PM	#1
Addison Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: ...on the beach Posts: 7,276 Addisond	Could Dellin Betances Finally Live Up To His Potential? It seems as though he has been working on a new pitch which he seems to be finding success with. So could this be the year Betances has himself a nice year.? The only reason I ask is a little over a year ago, when I started my interest in the hobby, he was definitely a top prospect with plenty potential, but fell off the map. Now it seems that he is regaining his confidence. Yankees spring training: Dellin Betances' new pitch that might get him to the majors \| NJ.com His delivery/mechanics have also changed quite a bit. (2012) (2014) __________________ \m/(>.<)\m/

05-03-2014, 02:14 PM	#5
Addison Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: ...on the beach Posts: 7,276 Addisond	Little over a month into the season. Walks seem to be high but he's 3rd on the Yankees squad in strikeouts which I think is interesting. If they don't eventually move him to a closer role, he could be a decent trade chip. Thoughts? __________________ \m/(>.<)\m/

05-03-2014, 02:32 PM	#6
66_Fiat Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Marysville, OH Posts: 3,168	I watched him the last couple weeks and his breaking ball(s) are knee-buckling, in addition to his +fastball. I had no idea he was 7' 9" either. The Yanks would be stupid not to develop him into their closer over the next year or two. This is coming from a Sox fan. __________________ There is a difference between best hitter and best player. Paying nicely for 2013 and 2015 TTT Pujols "The Machine" patches! Last edited by 66_Fiat; 05-03-2014 at 02:35 PM.

05-17-2014, 07:50 AM	#13
Addison Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: ...on the beach Posts: 7,276 Addisond	ERA: 1.61 IP: 22.1 K'S:39 K/9: 15.7 I'd assume if Robertson goes down, Betances may be closing games down for the Yankees...? __________________ \m/(>.<)\m/

05-18-2014, 05:22 AM	#18
pac213up Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 8,268	His potential was as a starter, so no I do not see him living up t that. He could be a very effective relief pitcher though. __________________ "Show me a good loser and I'll show you a loser." - Red Auerbach

03-10-2014, 12:32 PM	#2
Wolves4Life Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Posts: 12,459	If his potential has always been a middle relief pitcher, Yes.

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preakness Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: In Johnny Ryno's soul Posts: 21,077	He will dominate since I No longer own any USA autos including the red /16 auto

05-03-2014, 03:38 PM	#10
VeedonFleece Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: The 01246 Posts: 3,896 veedonfleece	Whatever happened to Ziveus?

05-17-2014, 09:16 AM	#14
Nervo Banned Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 1,021	Betances looks like a damn good 8th inning man

05-17-2014, 09:28 AM	#15
statman32 Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 5,451 statman32	I still don't love his delivery but he is pitching great. Not living up to his true ceiling, but excelling at a more realistic role. The Yankees don't have very many starters in the minors but they have some nice power arms in AAA to go along with Betances.

05-17-2014, 09:31 AM	#16
centereacan06 Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Long Island Posts: 19,502 centereacan06 centereacan06	All I know is he shut the Mets down when he came in relief. I think he finally found is calling in the back of the bullpen. His stuff was nasty.

05-18-2014, 03:27 AM	#17
MetsFan4Life Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Brooklyn , New York Posts: 147 EMT371170	I have the pleasure of knowing dellin from High School. Geez. This kid is 6'8 with a mid to high 90's fast ball and some sick stuff. he is very humble and never forgets where he came from. I'm glad he is living out his dream =)

05-18-2014, 07:25 AM	#20
stera8 Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 3,037 Stera8	He had great movement yesterday. Some pirates ducked thinking the ball was close and ended up being strikes. Very nice

05-18-2014, 09:22 AM	#21
preakness Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: In Johnny Ryno's soul Posts: 21,077	Got skillZ

05-18-2014, 10:18 AM	#22
jbmets95 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NY Posts: 8,624	He has amazing stuff... Ive watched him all year and saw him in person K 6 of 7 vs the Mets Altho thats not too hard... I have him kept in my dynasty league because he has just too much potential __________________ http://s897.photobucket.com/albums/ac172/jbmets95/ ANYTHING IS AVAILABLE

06-01-2014, 02:58 PM	#23
jjhasmadskillz Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 847 yankeefan4life208	I have a pretty decent Betances collection http://s688.photobucket.com/user/jjh...s%20Collection Glad to see he has finally matured. I feel he should be closing and Robertson should stay in the set up role that he was good in. He blew his second save today by the way. Gave up 4 runs. Oh and Betances pitched 2 innings and struck out 5..just saying

06-01-2014, 03:03 PM	#24
death2redemptions Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Creeping in mama's cellar Posts: 59,303 ddavisaz	His potential was as a starter so he definitely hasn't lived up to his potential but he could end up being a good quality reliever.

06-01-2014, 03:04 PM	#25
jake312 Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: New York Posts: 2,745	His k/9 is just phenomenal. __________________ Collecting: Jose Fernandez & Rookie Card Autos