June 25, 2008 at 3:10 AM
Pitcher of the Week, 6/16-22: Brock Huntzinger
In the first week of action, Lowell RHP Brock Huntzinger hurled 10 scoreless innings over two starts, striking out 11 (while issuing one walk) while holding opposing batters to an .184 average, earning himself one win and SoxProspects.com Pitcher of the Week honors for June 16-22. Over five innings against Tri-City (Astros) June 17, Huntziner allowed three hits and struck out seven and earned the win, while taking a no-decision, allowing four hits, one walk and striking out four against Vermont (Nationals) June 22. Huntzinger, 19, a 2007 third round pick, pitched seven innings last year for the GCL Red Sox and is currently the 33rd ranked prospect in the organization by SoxProspects.com.