Thirty-one year old RHP Austin Brice will be signing a minor league contract with the Phillies. He’s pitched in the major leagues for the Marlins, Reds, Red Sox and Pirates. Brice will also receive a non-roster invitation to major league spring training.
Drafted in the 9th round of the 2010 draft by the Marlins out of Northwood High School in Pittsboro, North Carolina he pitched last season primarily in the minor leagues at the AAA level for St Paul in the Twins organization. Brice posted a 5.54 ERA in 32 games (37.1 IP) with a 1.45 WHIP there. In his career he’s appeared in 289 minor league games (118 starts) amassing 804.2 IP and has a 4.23 ERA. He’s also appeared in 144 major league games (2016 to 2022) with a 4.05 ERA in 168.2 IP and a WHIP of 1.30.
He’s pitched for the Twins, Diamondbacks, Pirates, Red Sox, Marlins, Orioles, Angels and Reds organizations. His repertoire includes a four seam fastball (92-94 mph), curve ball, change up and sinker. Throws from a side arm slot with his best secondary being a 12 to 6 type curve ball, uses his fastball the majority of the time - is a ground ball pitcher. Will compete in spring camp for a middle relief role.
From a fan’s view welcome to the Phillies Austin!
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