At the start of the 2009 season, it is almost certain that most people in baseball would never have put Zack Greinke's name on the list for A.L. Cy Young Award candidates. However, for the majority of the season, Greinke has been one of the best pitchers in baseball.
What makes Greinke an even more unlikely initial candidate, is that two years ago he couldn't get through his bullpen sessions due to an anxiety disorder that was prohibiting him from pitching.
Greinke had to take some time away from baseball in order to get his health under control, and then took the long road back to the majors.
Last year, Greinke went 13-10 with a 3.47 ERA. Those are not exactly overly impressive numbers, but what's important to remember is that Greinke pitches for the Royals, a team that ...
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Zack Greinke Should Win The A.L. Cy Young Award
Posted: 13th September 2009 by Marisa Scolamiero in MLBComments Off on Zack Greinke Should Win The A.L. Cy Young Award