Will New Cardinals Prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje Continue to Switch-Pitch?

Will new Cardinals prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje continue to switch-pitch?

By trading superutility man Brendan Donovan, the Cardinals bring back versatility of a different kind. The trade's centerpiece, 22-year-old prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje, is a rare switch-pitcher who can throw 90 mph with both arms.

Cardinals Address Switch-Pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje's Role in St. Louis

The St. Louis Cardinals landed a unique prospect in Jurrangelo Cijntje.

Former Brewers Draft Pick, Switch-pitcher Traded To Division Rival

Back in 2022, the Milwaukee Brewers drafted switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje as a High School prospect. As an 18th round selection, he ended up going the college route and threw for two season at Mississippi State. His first collegiate season was rough and composed of an 8.10 ERA, but in his sophomore campaign, he posted a 3.67 ERA over 90 innings pitched and ascended into the first round of the 2024 MLB draft. After being selected 15th overall…