Tonight, the king will finally pitch from his throne.
Stephen Strasburg, the number one overall pick from a year ago, makes his anticipated debut tonight, in the nation's capital of Washington, DC.
If you were under a rock for the past two months, it might not have been a bad thing.
The most hyped prospect in the history of baseball was showcased on every MLB outlet possible.
All of his starts in Triple-A were shown on television around the country, and no one came away not impressed.
His ability to throw a consistent fastball of 99-102 mph is mind-boggling. His slider that ranges up to 95 mph is deadly as well.
Because of Strasburg, the Washington Nationals are actually relevant in the D.C area.
Getting off to a surprise start on the 2010 season, many feel Strasburg can keep the Nationals ...
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Stephen Strasburg Debut: The Historic Era of the Young Pitcher Begins Tonight
Posted: 8th June 2010 by Matt Miselis in MLBComments Off on Stephen Strasburg Debut: The Historic Era of the Young Pitcher Begins Tonight