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by **cubsin'05** » Wed Jul 27, 2005 3:43 pm

is this guy the real deal??? what are ur impressions of him... i have seen him pitch... i like him... he reminds me of an early barry zito...what do the guys in here think??? is he a stasher for 2006???

tim :-[

by **ZAZ** » Wed Jul 27, 2005 3:49 pm

I picked him up after I think 2 of his starts and have been very happy ever since. I've been very surprised about the lack of discussion about him here on these boards besides a comment here or there. I still haven't seen him pitch a full outing, just some highlights, but Gammons and others have always talked him up and he seems to be delivering. We could be watching the first few starts of a future big big time pitcher here. I hope he does well and Pittsburgh is actually able to enjoy his success with him down the road (for a change).

by **TONYMONTANA** » Wed Jul 27, 2005 3:51 pm

I am really anticipating this outing from him tonite vs. the marlins. granted this will be the first time i have had him, hopefully the buccos score some for him.

by **Yoda** » Wed Jul 27, 2005 3:52 pm

The only plus pitch Duke has is his curveball. This is the reason why no one is super excited about the kid. He projects to be a #2 starter if all goes well. Good command and control.

When he misses, he will get hit hard.

by **Secret Avatar** » Wed Jul 27, 2005 8:14 pm

Agree with Yoda. Duke does not have a great arsenal and is not a hard thrower. His margin for error is small. IMO, it's only a matter of time before hitters adjust to his curveball and smack the hell out of him. !+)