Ryan Zeferjahn refined pitches, improved performance with Angels

Ryan Zeferjahn is a relief pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels. He was drafted in 2019 for having a fastball that could reach 101 mph. However, his journey in the minor leagues faced challenges due to his control issues. During his first three years, Zeferjahn struggled with a high 5.25 ERA and averaged 4.7 walks per nine innings. He never advanced past Double-A while with the Boston Red Sox. Last season, he made significant progress after improving his cutter and sweeper under the Red Sox's guidance. The Angels acquired Zeferjahn in a trade and helped him refine his fastball command further. He performed well in Triple-A, leading to a promotion to the majors. In 12 games with the Angels, he posted an impressive 2.12 ERA and struck out 18 batters. Now, Zeferjahn considers his fastball as his third-best pitch. He focuses more on his cutter to get early outs and pitch more innings. His performance this spring has been strong, as he has not allowed a run in 5.2 innings. Angels manager Ron Washington praises Zeferjahn for his arm and ability. He encourages him to keep improving and not settle for his current skills. With continued development, Zeferjahn has the potential to make a significant impact in the major leagues.