Kyle Gibson, the top unsigned starting pitcher after Jose Quintana's signing, is preparing to pitch this season by conducting live batting practice. Although this training style is not a true substitute for Spring Training, it helps keep him in shape as he awaits signing with a team. With Opening Day approaching, the pitcher’s market has cooled, and Gibson may find himself facing a lower contract value than previously anticipated, following teams' recent signings and the Cardinals' potential interest declining after they declined his option.
Kyle Gibson stands as the top unsigned starting pitcher following Jose Quintana's one-year deal with Milwaukee, indicating that his market value may not match earlier expectations.
Though throwing batting practice to non-professional hitters isn't a direct substitute for Spring Training, it should at least keep Gibson generally on track for whenever he puts pen to paper.
Gibson has been a back-of-the-rotation workhorse for most of his career, throwing nearly 1900 innings and starting at least 29 games on nine occasions.
The early robust rotation market has cooled, as teams like the Cardinals that once showed interest don't appear to have a clear plan for Gibson.
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