Major League Baseball's year-long study on pitching injuries reveals a strong correlation between increased emphasis on velocity and the rise in arm ailments among pitchers, especially during spring training.
The study found that the spike in injuries at the beginning of the season may indicate a lack of proper preparation during the offseason, where players tend to push their limits.
Among the league's concerns is the overuse of weighted ball training and newer pitch types like sweepers, which could lead to undue strain on pitchers' arms.
With recommendations for potential rule changes, the MLB emphasizes that this study is just the beginning of addressing the pitching injury crisis that is affecting players at all levels.
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