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[ghettochild]

The Reds signed pitcher Jimmy Serrano to a minor league contract.
Serrano had been with the A's, but a clause in his contract allowed him to become a free agent if he wasn't in the majors by July 1. ''He's only about 5-foot-8, but he has a very good arm,'' general manager Dan O'Brien said.

per rotoworld

[missionhockey21]

Hmm, anyone have a scouting report? His stats with KC last season aren't tremendous, but they aren't bad either.

[CincyRedsFan30]

I don't have his stats. right now, but wow... 5'8? I'm an inch or so taller than him, and he's a pitcher!

[missionhockey21]

I know what you mean CRF. The guy might have a totally different career if he was just 4 or so inches taller.

[redsrbetter]

Thanks ghetto! Anyhow, I wonder if he is going to be any good? If not, I guess we had nothing to lose. I couldn't find stats at all on this guy, so if anyone can get something on him, please share.

[Slyder]

Jimmy Serrano (29 yrs old in August)
http://www.baseball-reference.com/s/serraji01.shtml

10 Appearances, 5 starts for Kansas City last year
1-2 record with 2 games finished
32 and 2/3 IP 5 HRS allowed
ERA 4.68
6.89 Ks/9
Reliever in the Minors that was converted to a starter last year.

Couldnt be any worse than some of the guys we have now.

[redsrbetter]

Thanks slyder! I agree, he couldn't be any worse and hopefully the chance given to him will pay off for all of us. Its a doubtful situation to expect him to be a difference maker, but if he could at least help out our bullpen someday, I am all for the pick up.

[BigRedMachine]

Giving up 5 HRs in a little almost 33 innings is decent, the ERA could come down BUT I like the almost 7 Ks per 9 innings. I don't think any of the present staff are near that are they? It can't hurt to have a look at this guy. Hopefully he can come in and help somewhere, ANY help would be loved about now.