Brandon Morrow
- Height: 6-3
- Weight: 190 lbs
- Born: Jul 26, 1984
- Debut: April 3, 2007
SEASON
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Newsbreakers
December 23, 2009
The Blue Jays officially announced their acquisition of Brandon Morrow on Wednesday, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
Toronto dealt reliever Brandon League and outfield prospect Johermyn Chavez to gain Morrow's rights. While he's dealt with major control issues over his young career, Morrow does have excellent stuff and will surely be given a shot to nail down a spot in the Blue Jays' rotation entering next season.
December 22, 2009
Brandon Morrow is scheduled to undergo a physical for the Blue Jays today, according to the Seattle Times.
Our View:
His dealing to Toronto will be officially announced over the next day or two, assuming he passes. No word yet on how exactly the Blue Jays plan to use the talented-yet-erratic arm, but you can expect him to get a good look as a starter.
December 21, 2009
Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports reports that the Mariners have reached a "tentative" agreement with the Blue Jays to send Brandon Morrow to Toronto in exchange for Brandon League and an unnamed prospect.
Our View:
It appears the Mariners have finally lost patience with their talented but highly inconsistent righty. He has struck out nearly a batter per inning during his three-year career, but walked 128 hitters in just 197.2 innings pitched. He has been used as both a reliever and starter, but might get penciled into Toronto's highly malleable rotation next summer. If not, the Jays' bullpen is also in disarray, and could use his arm, as well. Stay tuned.
December 18, 2009
Interested in a hitter in return, the Mariners are shopping Brandon Morrow, according to Fox Sports.
Our View:
The Mariners are in the market for a first baseman, third baseman or designated hitter. Morrow has struggled greatly with his control over his young career but does have potentially dominant stuff that could make him attractive to teams around the league.
December 15, 2009
There is speculation that the Brewers are talking to the Mariners regarding a trade that would send Brandon Morrow to Milwaukee, according to FOX Sports.
Our View:
A deal seems unlikely though, as Seattle GM Jack Zduriencik is not really interested in dealing Morrow. The Brewers recently improved their rotation with the addition of Randy Wolf, but apparently are not done shopping.
September 30, 2009
Brandon Morrow only issued one hit over eight scoreless innings in Wednesday's 7-0 win over the Athletics at Safeco Field. He had two walks and fired nine strikeouts.
Our View:
Morrow continues to pitch well this month, as he allowed two or less earned runs in each of his last three starts.
September 23, 2009
Brandon Morrow allowed two earned runs on three hits over five innings in Wednesday's 5-4 loss at Tampa Bay. He had three walks with three strikeouts.
Our View:
The Mariners were leading 3-0 when Morrow exited, so he was handed a no-decision rather than a loss. Morrow pitched six innings or less in each of his nine starts this season.
September 23, 2009
MLB.com is reporting that Mariners' starter Brandon Morrow has to prove he can get deeper into games if he wants to be in the Mariners' rotation next season. Morrow walked six in his last outing as a starter for the team.
Our View:
Morrow has been somewhat of a disappointment since joining the Mariners, and the team has to be questioning their choice of Morrow in the 2006 draft ahead of guys like Time Lincecum, Clayton Kershaw, Max Scherzer, and Kyle Drabek. If he wants to be a starter next season, he needs to find some control and work into the seventh or eighth inning of his next few starts.
September 17, 2009
Brandon Morrow walked six White Sox in 5.2 sloppy innings on Thursday, but didn't factor into the decision, as the Mariners won a marathon 14-inning game 4-3 on an Ichiro Suzuki single.
Our View:
Morrow now has a cringe-inducing 1.78 WHIP in 56.2 innings this season. Where he fits in with the Mariners' 2010 pitching staff is very much still up in the air.
September 13, 2009
Brandon Morrow allowed three runs on five basrunners in five innings on Saturday, helping the Mariners to an 8-3 victory at Texas.
Our View:
He picked up his first win of the season in the process. Morrow still has a 5.29 ERA in 51 innings this season, and isn't worth owning for the stretch run.
September 9, 2009
Brandon Morrow is slated to start Friday's game against Texas, according to MLBblogs.com.
Our View:
This is good news, as Morrow has been dealing with right forearm tightness. He carries a 5.28 ERA over 46 innings (six starts) with Seattle this season.
September 2, 2009
Brandon Morrow is dealing with a tight forearm at Triple-A Tacoma, according to the Seattle Times.
Our View:
Morrow is slated to make a rehab start Sunday, but will first throw a pen session either today or Thursday.
July 20, 2009
Brandon Morrow failed to make it through five innings in his first start in Triple-A on Sunday, according to the Tacoma News Tribune. Morrow gave up five runs before being yanked in the fifth after giving up a two-out RBI double.
Our View:
Not a good first start for Morrow, and if he wants to get back to Seattle soon he better pitch better than this. Morrow, the number five pick in the 2006 draft (ahead of Cy Young winner and local boy Tim Lincecum), has been a major disappointment in his career so far. The good news is that he is still young, so there is hope for him yet in Seattle.
July 11, 2009
Brandon Morrow has been optioned to Triple-A Tacoma by the Mariners, according to the Sports Network. He was moved to make room for newly acquired infielder Jack Hannahan on the roster.
Our View:
Morrow was rocked for four earned runs in Friday's loss to the Rangers, and was winless over six starts. He only held value in deeper fantasy leagues. He is displeased with his demotion, and is hoping to return to Seattle as soon as he can.
July 11, 2009
Brandon Morrow was tagged for four earned runs on six hits over five innings in Friday's 6-4 loss to the Rangers at Safeco Field. He issued four walks with no strikeouts.
Our View:
Morrow remains winless over six starts, and has a poor 5.28 ERA for the season. He should only be considered in the deepest of fantasy leagues for his next outing.
July 5, 2009
Brandon Morrow allowed three earned runs on six hits over six innings in Sunday's 8-4 loss at Boston. He had two walks and fired seven strikeouts. He gave up three solo homers.
Our View:
Morrow's ERA dipped slightly to 5.05 though he remains winless over five starts. He remains a very intriguing play in the second half if he can harness his wildness as his stuff is top shelf.
June 30, 2009
Brandon Morrow allowed three runs (only one earned) on five hits over 4.2 innings in Tuesday's 8-5 loss at New York. He issued five walks and four strikeouts.
Our View:
He displayed poor control in his short outing, evidenced by his five free passes. He remains winless over four starts.
June 29, 2009
According to MLB.com, the Seattle Mariners plan to eliminate the pitch count limit on starter Brandon Morrow beginning with his start Tuesday against the Yankees. Morrow will be allowed to throw over 100 pitches for the first time this season.
Our View:
The Mariners have been very cautious with Morrow thus far, but it looks like they are ready to let him loose. It will be interesting to see what he can do when allowed to throw a full game, and don't be surprised if the strikeout total approaches double-digits. If you need a pitcher, it may be worth the risk to take a shot on Morrow, as he has a huge upside as a starter.
June 25, 2009
Brandon Morrow gave up three earned runs on six hits over five innings of work in Wednesday's 4-3 win over San Diego at Safeco Field. He issued one walk with four strikeouts.
Our View:
He exited the game tied at 3-3, so he takes a no-decision rather than a win. He only pitched 12 innings over three starts, and is winless over the span. He is only worth consideration in deeper leagues for his next trip to the mound.
June 18, 2009
Brandon Morrow allowed two earned runs on five hits over four innings in Thursday's 4-3 loss at San Diego. He had one walk and racked up six strikeouts.
Our View:
He only went four innings as he is on a pitch count. The game was tied at 2-2 when he exited, so he takes a no-decision. Morrow is worth consideration for AL-only and deeper mixed leagues if you are in need of pitching help.
June 14, 2009
Brandon Morrow will make his next start for the Mariners on Thursday in San Diego, according to the Seattle Times. He lasted just three innings in his last start against the Rockies. He walked four but only allowed one run.
Our View:
It seems as if the team wants Morrow to make the transition to becoming a full-time starter while in the majors. Some other members of the rotation are not reliable as far as production or injuries, so expect Morrow to stick around with the Mariners as opposed to going to the minors.
June 13, 2009
Brandon Morrow allowed one earned run on three hits over three innings in Saturday's 5-3 loss at Colorado. He had four walks and four strikeouts.
Our View:
He was on a limit of 60 pitches heading into the game. He was making a spot-start in place of Erik Bedard, who is dealing with mild shoulder inflammation. Bedard is only expected to miss one start.
June 12, 2009
Brandon Morrow will start Saturday's game at Colorado in place of Erik Bedard, according to the Seattle Times. Bedard is dealing with mild shoulder inflammation.
Our View:
Morrow will be limited to only 60 pitches, and will be playing at launching pad Coors Field - making him an unstable fantasy option.
June 10, 2009
The Seattle Times reports that Brandon Morrow confirmed that he will be sent to Triple-A once Roy Corcoran completes his injury rehab assignment. The pitcher said he will take the long road on his way back as a starting pitcher. He also added that it was a "hasty" decision to go to the bullpen.
Our View:
Morrow was terrible in the bullpen in his 16 appearances this season. David Aardsma took the closer's job from him early on but Morrow was still ineffective in middle relief. We also believe he has the stuff to become an effective starter, but we expect him to be in Triple-A a few months before he is ready to join the Mariners rotation.
June 10, 2009
The Tacoma News Tribune is reporting that Brandon Morrow will be optioned to Triple-A Tacoma within the next week and pitch in the starting rotation.
Our View:
This just continues Morrow's starter/reliever soap opera. He appears to be committed to starting now, however, and the Mariners no longer need him as a closer because of the emergence of David Aardsma. He could be an interesting fantasy option whenever he is called back up. Keep him on your radar.
May 19, 2009
In his first outing since losing his closer's job, Brandon Morrow surrendered two runs, four hits, and a walk while working the sixth and seventh frames. He struck out three in the appearance.
Our View:
All you really need to know about Morrow's season is that this appearance actually improved his ERA to 9.58. Morrow was once the top pitching prospect in the Mariners organization, but bouncing back and forth between various roles in the rotation and the bullpen has seem to evaporated his effectiveness. We wish him luck in developing his promising potential.
May 18, 2009
Brandon Morrow could reclaim the closer's role in Seattle if he improves his control, according to the Tacoma News Tribune.
Our View:
He will see some innings as a middle reliever, and could be given another shot to close games if he pitches with better command. David Aardsma will be the lead closer for the time being. Morrow is worth holding in AL-only leagues.
May 15, 2009
The Miami Herald is reporting that the Seattle Mariners have removed Brandon Morrow from his role as the team's closer. David Aardsma will lead the rotation of relievers who will close games for the team in the near future.
Our View:
Morrow has struggled as the team's closer this season, especially as of late. It remains to be see what the team will do with their once heralded prospect, but he will pitch in middle relief for now. He has little fantasy value at this point, so you will need to find another option to close games.
May 4, 2009
Brandon Morrow is aiming to return from the DL when first eligible May 9, according to the Tacoma News Tribune. He is recovering from right biceps tendinitis.
Our View:
He did not even think he needed to go on the DL, and should be ready for May 9. David Aardsma is filling in as the Mariners' closer while he is out.
May 2, 2009
Brandon Morrow has been placed on the 15-day DL with right biceps tendinitis, according to the Sports Network. The club purchased the contract of pitcher Denny Stark from Triple-A Tacoma as the adjoining move.
Our View:
The move is retroactive to April 24. David Aardsma should continue to fill in as the Mariners' closer while Morrow is out.
April 27, 2009
Brandon Morrow was held out of Sunday's game to rest his stiff shoulder, according to the Seattle Times. Manager Don Wakamatsu said, "I probably would have given him another day, but he should be fine Monday. I could have pitched him in an emergency type of deal, but I did not think it would be worth it."
Our View:
Morrow should be available for tonight's game at the White Sox. The Mariners' closer has nailed down five saves, with a 1.35 WHIP and eight strikeouts over 6.2 innings of relief.
April 26, 2009
According to the Seattle Times, Brandon Morrow will be a game time decision for Sunday's game against the Angels. Morrow has been suffering from a stiff shoulder.
Our View:
Morrow threw a bullpen session earlier today and it seems like he will be ready to go. If there is a save opportunity tonight, expect him to get in the game.
April 23, 2009
Brandon Morrow earned his fifth save of the season on Thursday as the Mariners blanked the Rays 1-0. He pitched a scoreless ninth and allowed just one man to reach base.
Our View:
Morrow looks like he's settling into the closer's role. He has been getting progressively better as the season roles on and although he didn't fan a man today he will continue to rack up the Ks with his 100 heater.
April 21, 2009
Brandon Morrow earned his fourth save of the season as the Mariners beat the Rays 4-2 on Tuesday. He allowed one base runner while picking up one strike out.
Our View:
Morrow has looked better nearly every time out. He is hitting 100 mph and his control has been very good. Twenty three of his last 26 pitches have gone for strikes. After spending his spring preparing to be a starter, Morrow has quickly adapted to his ninth inning duties.
April 4, 2009
Brandon Morrow gave up one hit and struck out two hitters without allowing a run in his lone inning of work on Saturday against the Rockies.
Our View:
Morrow will be the full-time closer in Seattle this season. He has battled some stiffness in his arm this spring, but it appears that he will be ready for the regular season. He could be a valuable fantasy commodity as the Mariners don't figure to win many games by more than three runs, giving him ample save opportunities.
March 29, 2009
Brandon Morrow is going to work as a full-time closer with the Mariners, according to the Seattle Times.
Our View:
Morrow does not intend to move back to the rotation in the immediate future. Morrow racked up 75 strikeouts over 64.2 innings with Seattle last season. His value for this year goes up with this news, but it would seem like a waste of talent to keep Morrow in the bullpen for the long term.
March 28, 2009
Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik has confirmed that Brandon Morrow will not open the season as part of Seattle's starting rotation, according to the Seattle Times.
Our View:
Ryan Rowland-Smith will fill the No. 5 spot in Seattle's rotation. Zduriencik seemed undecided upon whether Morrow would open the season as a starter in Triple-A or as part of Seattle's bullpen, but said that he simply has not gotten enough work this spring to merit a role in the starting rotation. He also avoided discussing the possibility of using Morrow as a closer, so that doesn't seem likely at the moment. Morrow still has awesome potential, but will find it very tough to provide any fantasy value outside of a MLB starting or closing role.
March 25, 2009
Pitcher Brandon Morrow (forearm) worked one inning against the Dodgers on Tuesday night. He allowed two hits and one run, walked none, and struck out two. The run came on a solo homer by Casey Blake.
Our View:
Morrow will need to ramp up his work quickly if he hopes to start the season in the rotation. It will be interesting to see the comments and thoughts about this outing. Thoughts of Morrow returning to a closer's role continue to swirl.
March 21, 2009
Brandon Morrow indicated that he felt fine after throwing live batting practice Friday, according to the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. Morrow had been hindered by the flu and stiffness in his pitching forearm, but was pain-free after throwing 30 pitches to a pair of minor league hitters during the 15-minute simulated game. He said, "I tried to go out and throw normally. I wanted to make sure everything was good to let it go. I was a little better in the stretch. The windup's coming along. Everything looks good."
Our View:
Morrow was competing for the fifth spot in the Mariners' rotation prior to suffering the ailment. He is slated to throw a light bullpen Sunday with hopes of pitching in one of Seattle's split-squad games on Tuesday.
March 14, 2009
MLB.com reports that pitcher Brandon Morrow had a 20-pitch workout on Saturday. He is dealing with tightness in his forearm.
Our View:
It looks as if Morrow will not be ready for opening day at this point, unless the Mariners elect to move him back to the bullpen. At this point, that seems unlikely.
March 11, 2009
The Seattle Times reports that Brandon Morrow is out indefinitely and may miss the start of the season after a setback during Tuesday's bullpen session.
Our View:
Morrow is expected to be part of the Mariners rotation, but if this injury progresses, that and his fantasy value will be in jeopardy.
March 10, 2009
Brandon Morrow is still experiencing tightness in his right forearm, and his 25-pitch bullpen session today did not go as well as planned as a result, according to the Seattle Times. He will not be making his scheduled start against the Cubs on Friday and he said, "It didn't feel as good as I thought it would. It felt better than it did last week, but it is just frustrating it didn't feel as good as I had hoped."
Our View:
Morrow does not know what his next step will be, and is still hoping that it is just normal spring training tightness and not a major setback. He did not comment when asked if the ailment could affect his status in the Mariners' rotation.
March 5, 2009
Brandon Morrow will miss his scheduled start on Saturday due to soreness in his forearm, according to the Seattle Times. His nest start has been pushed back to March 13.
Our View:
Morrow, competing for a spot on the Mariners' starting staff needs to be 100% if he's going to make an impact. The good news: it's not elbow related.
January 22, 2009
Brandon Morrow will not return to the bullpen this season, according to the News Tribune. He will vie for a spot in the rotation instead.
Our View:
He should find a spot in that rotation as he has a quality set of pitches and good control of them. He made five starts last season after appearing 40 times out of the bullpen. He finished with a 3.34 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, and 10.44 K/9.
January 9, 2009
Former reliever Brandon Morrow is prepping for a starting gig in the Mariners' rotation for 2009, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
He is working on strengthening his right shoulder to handle 30-plus starts. He has a great arm and will compete for a role in the rotation at the onset of spring training, but will not likely have a solid supporting cast in Seattle, especially following the departures of closer JJ Putz and outfielder Raul Ibanez.
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