May 1, 2006
TEMPE, Ariz. - Junior righthander Zechry Zinicola has been named to the Stopper of the Year midseason Watch List. Zinicola is one of 30 players on the list, and one of only three from the Pac-10. The award is given to the top relief pitcher in the nation.
Zinicola has made 16 relief appearances in 2006, leading the Sun Devils with six saves. In 34.2 innings he has struck out 40 batters and allowed only 16 earned runs. He has also started two games this season. Zinicola has a 2-1 record with a 4.15 ERA.