2098 PIO Pitcher of the Year Award Named Tuesday, October 14th , 2098
This past season was very special for Alex Rodriguez of the Philadelphia (Rk+) Phillies. He picked up 7 wins against only 1 loss and was chosen the winner of the 2098 Pioneer League Pitcher of the Year Award.
The 21-year-old Phillies ace fashioned a fine 1.62 ERA in 15 starts. He threw 83.1 innings, gave up 65 hits, 18 walks and held opponents to a .211 average. Rodriguez fanned 102 batters this season.
He received 9 first place votes out of a possible 16. Norbert Trillo of the Missoula Osprey finished second in voting with 6 first place votes, while Doug Loughlin of the Helena Brewers finished third with 1 first place vote.