Episode 346: Niko Nukes, Coming to Fenway?

The MiLB crew of Derrik, Hunter and Jake is back and they kick off with an in-depth discussion about Niko Kavadas, who had a big week for the WooSox and could possibly be seeing a promotion to the majors with Triston Casas’ possible long-term injury. What could we expect from the man who can drop Niko Nukes? Next, Derrik gives his report from his visit to Polar Park and his discussion with Vaughn Grissom and other observations. In Portland, the guys go over the redemption tour for Matthew Lugo, his rocky road as a prospect, and the strong numbers he’s put up to date. They also bring up Hunter Dobbins’ unique start, Marcelo Mayer’s walkoff, the possibility of a promotion for Mickey Gasper, and a strange week for Wikelman Gonzalez. There wasn’t as much to talk about in Greenville this week, but Juan Chacon is healthy and showing what he can do in his all-around game. In Salem, the Garcia brothers are still doing their thing, Natanael Yuten had a big week, and discussion about Jojo Ingrassia’s start and the continued velo bump for Elmer Rodriguez-Cruz led to a chat about the Red Sox difficulties developing homegrown pitching for decades. Then they wrap things up with Guess the Prospect. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, & Facebook @PeskyReport.  We are officially a part of Beyond The Monster Twitter: @BeyondtheMnstrSubstack: https://beyondthemonster.substack.com/