"Strider has had a mixed season, but has had a solid last two starts after some struggles, although perhaps with a different model of success than we are used to from Spencer. His fastball usage has taken a dive and he has started to meaningfully use his curveball and changeup, a start departure from his prior two-pitch approach. That change is the kind of thing that makes me believe in Strider to be a highly effective pitcher, despite potential loss in velocity after his injuries."
"Now 28 years old, this has been Mize's best season in the majors, but it's been a 2.1 fWAR season on 137.0 innings with a 3.97 xFIP. It's not really what the Tigers might have hoped for from Mize when they took him number 1 overall in the 2018 draft, but he's turned into a fine mid/back of the rotation starter in the majors when he's healthy."
Spencer Strider starts Sunday against the Tigers as the Braves pursue an eighth straight win. Strider posted two solid recent starts after struggles. His fastball usage has declined while curveball and changeup usage has increased, a departure from his prior two-pitch approach and a sign of adaptability despite potential post-injury velocity loss. Casey Mize has produced 2.1 fWAR over 137 innings with a 3.97 xFIP, functioning as a reliable mid/back-rotation starter who limits walks. The game favors Atlanta, with focus on Strider building confidence and Drake Baldwin boosting his Rookie of the Year case. Game time: Sunday, September 21, 1:40 pm EST at Comerica Park.
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