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Although he started in just three games for the Red Wings in June, his presence was certainly felt. The 23-year-old right-hander went 1-0 with a 2.53 ERA in 21 1/3 innings pitched. He induced 29 ground ball outs opposed to giving up just 22 flyball outs.
He knows the only reason he's in Triple-A is because there's no room for him in the Twins' rotation, so that bit of confidence should continue to help him have success against Triple-A hitters.
Honorable Mention: Bobby Keppel (2-2, 2.22 ERA, 24 1/3 IP, 4 games, 3 starts, 1 BB, 14 K)
New Britain had a winning record for the second month in a row, thanks in part to an outstanding offense and improved pitching staff.
The Rock Cats averaged almost a run more per game than they allowed, but still only managed to have a 14-12 record. They scored as many runs as the Red Wings did (note: they played three less games), but they also gave up 51 less runs than the Red Wings. For that reason, the Rock Cats only sit 3.5 games behind the league leading Connecticut Defenders.
Hitter of the Month
After a slow start to the season, Rene Tosoni has put together two outstanding months in a row for the Rock Cats. Tosoni hit .304/.439/.494 with 10 extra-base hits including two home runs. He also managed to drive in a team-leading 17 RBI while showing an improved approach at the plate. He walked 15 times while striking out just 13 times.
His efforts this season haven't gone unnoticed as he was recently named to both the Eastern League All-Star Game and the MLB Futures Game where the native of Ontario will play for the World Team. On a side note, today is Tosoni's 23rd Birthday.
Honorable Mention: Wilson Ramos (.400/.415/.675, 5 Doubles, 2 HR, 8 RBI)
Pitcher of the Month
Much like in May, Cole Devries and Matt Fox both lead the Rock Cats rotation. The two are now responsible for 11 wins on the season.
In June, Devries was 2-2 with a 2.70 ERA in five starts. He has been extremely consistent all season but continues to fly under most people's radars.
The former Golden Gopher doesn't figure to have a ton of potential as a starter, but he could be an effective reliever for the Twins. But still, that logic is moot at this point as he continues to pitch great as a starter. Fox has also been extremely consistent this season.
The former first round pick was 2-0 with a 2.86 ERA in five June starts. Together, they've been a great one-two punch for the Rock Cats.
Honorable Mention: Yohan Pino (2-0, 0.00 ERA, 8 Games, 2 hits, 0 runs, 2 BB, 10 K)
The Miracle took a step back from an outstanding May. The offense scored nearly one run less per game (3.7) and gave up nearly one run more per game (4.2).
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