Gearrin was originally drafted by the Atlanta Braves and came up through their minor league system. He is one of the Braves up and coming relief pitchers. He made his major league debut last year with the Braves and struggled. He had a 7.85 ERA in only eighteen games.
Gearrin was an All-Star with Triple-A Gwinnett before the Braves called him up to the majors this year. He had a rough outing in his second appearance against the New York Yankees, as he gave up a game-tying home run to Nick Swisher. He got demoted back to Gwinnett the next day.
When the Braves brought him back up in July, Gearrin was a different pitcher. He was stellar, only giving up three more runs in twenty games. One of his best outings came on August 1st against the Miami Marlins, as he pitched two innings, gave up only one hit and struck out three men. Gearrin finished the year with an 0-1 record, a 1.80 ERA and had 20 strikeouts.
Gearrin will be with the Braves next season. After his strong performance down the stretch, he should have earned himself a spot in the bullpen at the start of the season. If the Braves re-sign Chad Durbin, Gearrin could possibly begin the season back at Gwinnett. He is a young, cheap and effective reliever though, which might be a better option for the Braves at this time.
Cory Gearrin pitches against the Philadelphia Phillies. He should be a main part of the Braves' bullpen next season.
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