Pipeline preview: Ellis primed for another strong start

Here’s a look at top prospects to watch Wednesday in Minor League action:

Hitter to watch: Anthony Alford (Blue Jays’ No. 1) Dunedin vs. Daytona 7:05 p.m. ET Alford got off to a slow start this season, but the Blue Jays’ top prospect recently found his stroke and has been collecting hits in a hurry ever since. Alford was 0-for-4 on Sunday, but has hits in 13 of his last 14 games. Alford, a third round selection in 2012, still strikes out more than anyone would prefer, but the Blue Jays have to be pleased with his recent run of success at the plate.

Pitcher to watch: Tyler Glasnow (Pirates’ No. 1) Indianapolis vs. Rochester 1:35 p.m. ET on MiLB.TV The Pirates’ top prospect will be looking for his fourth consecutive quality start when he takes the ball Wednesday afternoon. Glasnow, a 22-year-old right-hander, is having a solid season for Triple-A Indianapolis (4-2, 2.25 ERA), but of course that’s no surprise to the Pirates’ organization and their fans. Since he was selected in the fifth round of the 2011 draft, Glasnow has done nothing, but perform. The No. 8 overall prospect has had an ERA under 2.40 in each of the last three seasons and is on his way toward doing so again in 2016.

Duel of the day: Adrian Houser (Brewers’ No. 17) vs. Chris Ellis (Braves’ No. 11) Biloxi vs. Mississippi 8:10 p.m. ET on MiLB.TV May was a bit of a rollercoaster month for Houser, but perhaps when the calendar switches to …

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