Scouting Report: Nolan McLean
New York Mets | SP
Overall
Summary
Nolan McLean, 24-year-old RHP for the New York Mets, has emerged as a dominant rookie pitcher despite limited win support. Through 8 starts this season, McLean has posted a 1-2 record with a 2.78 ERA, 0.90 WHIP, and exceptional 11.3 K/9 strikeout rate. His advanced metrics are even more impressive: 2.32 xERA, 2.39 FIP, 32.6% strikeout rate (95th percentile), and .180 opponent batting average. McLean has allowed 3 earned runs or fewer in every start and has been remarkably consistent. He is the overwhelming favorite to win NL Rookie of the Year with 23 first-place votes. Recent performances include 7 innings with 7 strikeouts vs Tigers (May 14) and 6 innings with 6 strikeouts vs Diamondbacks (May 9). His sweeper is elite with .184 xBA and .220 xSLG against it. McLean has a 6-game streak of at least 6 strikeouts per start, joining elite company with Glasnow and Sale.
Strengths
- Elite strikeout rate (32.6%, 95th percentile)
- Exceptional WHIP (0.90) and FIP (2.39)
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