Marlins' Pitcher Impressive in Rehab Outing

 

Anthony Bender struck out the side in a perfect frame on Sunday in a minor league rehab appearance for Single-A Jupiter.

Marlins rehabber Anthony Bender strikes out the side in the bottom of the 1st for Jupiter.

No score after 1 inning at LECOM Park.

— Bradenton Marauders (@The_Marauders) July 17, 2022

Bender cruised through the inning, needing just 12 pitches and throwing nine of them for strikes. He also hit 96 MPH on some of his pitches. 

Anthony Bender’s rehab outing with @GoHammerheads today: 1 IP, 3 K, 12/9 P/S. He hit 96.#Marlins pic.twitter.com/PuYg0vA0DO

— Fish on the Farm (@marlinsminors) July 17, 2022

The twenty-seven year old, out since late-May due to back stiffness, would figure to get a few more rehab appearances before rejoining the Marlins' bullpen in August sometime. 

In 14 innings pitched this season, Bender has thrown a 4.50 ERA, 1.57 WHIP, and 13 strikeouts. He's also converted six of eight save opportunities. 

Bender would figure to be an attractive trade candidate for contending teams looking to add some bullpen depth at a relatively cheap price. 

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