Carter Monke brings strike-throwing, multi-pitch right-handed depth to Michigan State
Monke is a transfer right-hander who profiles as a dependable innings-eater, showing the kind of fastball/cutter/changeup/curve mix that can keep hitters off balance, and his 2024 Illinois State line included 46 strikeouts in 56.2 innings with a 6-1 record across 15 appearances and nine starts.[5][7][3] The biggest selling point is his ability to compete in the zone and work deep enough to matter, though his recent Michigan State outing also showed there can be traffic on the bases when command wavers.[2][3] He looks like a fit for teams needing mature, battle-tested pitching depth rather than pure overpowering velocity.[3][7]
