Rank History
| Year | Team | Position | Team Rank | OFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | MIA | RHP | 32 | 40 |
May 2021 Report
Evaluator: Matt Thompson
Age: 26 yr
Height: 6-4
Weight: 205 lbs
Hits/Throws: R/R
Acquired: 2016 Round 20 (KC)
RuleV: Eligible
Overall: One of the better spring training stories, Bender absolutely put himself on the map with a dominant spring, and filthy two-pitch mix in his slider and sinker. Bender's sinker was sitting 96-98 this spring, and topped out at 99. He throws from a funky, lower arm slot which give hitters a difficult look. Bender was with the Royals and the Brewers farm systems before a stint in indy ball got him noticed by the Marlins and now he has a legit chance to carve out a bullpen role with the Marlins in 2021.
OFP: 40
Risk: High
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