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Pitchers Are Adjusting Faster Than Ever!
· 55 min
Episode Pitchers Are Adjusting Faster Than Ever!
Pitchers have to evolve fast to stay ahead, and this season has been no exception. Today, Eno, Trevor, and DVR break down the traits today's game values most and the adjustments a handful of starters are making—with varying degrees of success. Plus, the guys take a closer look at Eury Pérez's growth and the strides he's made in his third major league season.
Rundown:
2:17 The Speed of Adjustments
7:25 Faster Solutions: Who Actually Finds and Implements Them?
12:12 Pitcher Traits: What Are You Valuing More Today?
19:35 Kumar Rocker is Changing
26:57 Tanner Bibee: Pitching Deep Into Starts, Not Missing Bats
32:37 Brandon Sproat: Good Stuff, Inconsistent Results
40:23 Janson Junk: The Intrigue Continues
44:50 Eury Pérez: Has Increased Two-Seamer Usage Unlocked Ace Ceiling?
48:09 Logan Gilbert: More Adjustments?
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Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris
With: Trevor May
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