Jake Irvin's performance against the Braves was about executing a successful fastball strategy and avoiding his breaking ball, which led to his dominance on the mound.
Irvin's approach was clear; he focused on mixing his fastballs while limiting curveballs, stating, 'The cardinal rule today was to avoid getting beat with the breaking ball and establish the heater.'
Catcher Keibert Ruiz emphasized the strategy, saying, 'If they're not hitting the pitch, the fastball, just keep going. We don't have to change the plan.'
Manager Dave Martinez reinforced the strategy, noting, 'Today was all about his fastball,' indicating Irvin's successful tactical choice during the game.
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