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Alexander Central Alum Bryson Hammer Promoted

August 5, 2024 By Richard C. Gilbert

Bryson Hammer

Alexander Central alum Bryson Hammer is climbing the ladder in Minor League Baseball.

Hammer was drafted last July by the Colorado Rockies in the 12th round of the Major League Draft. The 22-year old lefty pitcher has been advanced in the Rockies chain from low-A Fresno to high-A Spokane. Hammer sparkled this season going 5-3, 50.1 innings, 1.25 earned run average, 1.17 WHIP, 52 strikeouts and 24 walks. He also notched 5 saves.

After graduating Alexander Central, Hammer played at Clemson, CVCC and Dallas Baptist prior to being drafted.

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