Pirates Minor League Recap: MLB’s Top Pitching Prospect Enduring Slump

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Pittsburgh Pirates’ top prospect Bubba Chandler is enduring a rough month of June while pitching for Triple-A Indianapolis. His latest start was his worst start of the season, continuing a troubling trend of appearances on the mound recently. Facing the Columbus Clippers, the Cleveland Guardians’ affiliate, on June 22, Chandler looked sharp early, retiring the first six batters. However, his outing unraveled in the third inning after allowing a leadoff single to first baseman Dom Nuñez. The right-hander ultimately lasted just 2.2 innings , surrendering five hits, six earned runs, and two walks while throwing 59 pitches. Chandler’s June struggles have been a stark contrast to his dominant early-season

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