Jack Flaherty shone in a 4-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs, pitching six scoreless innings despite a troublesome fourth inning where he faced three walks and a hit. His exceptional performance included effective command of both fastballs and breaking balls, particularly a curveball that contributed to early strikeouts. Notably, Flaherty's resilient mindset allowed him to navigate through challenges effectively, and he acknowledged the crucial role of his defense in maintaining the shutout, particularly a vital play at home plate to prevent a run from scoring.
Flaherty kept his composure through a challenging fourth inning—three walks and a hit yet escaped without allowing a run—pitching six strong innings.
Flaherty credited his breaking balls, saying 'you want to feel things out... if you're able to establish and spin off of that fastball—it's typically a good thing.'
'I got bailed out with the defense there,' Flaherty said of the fourth inning, highlighting the importance of team support in his success.
Flaherty used a knee-buckling curveball effectively, striking out key hitters early in the game, showcasing strong command of his secondary pitches.
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