Robbie Ray's return to form is generating excitement for the Giants. After 15 months of recovery from Tommy John surgery, he displayed his renewed abilities in a recent Cactus League start. With a fastball hitting 96 mph and a new changeup learned from Tarik Skubal, Ray struck out five batters in three innings without allowing any runs or walks. Ray feels more in control and is eager to replicate his best performances, reminiscent of his AL Cy Young Award-winning season in 2021.
Ray's second Cactus League start was an encapsulation of the 33-year-old veteran at his best. He touched 96 mph with his fastball and filled up the zone.
I have a better understanding of where the ball is going now... My arm felt great last year. It was just a matter of trying to get things to kind of click.
With a newly developed changeup in tow, Ray has developed another avenue to attack right-handed hitters, enhancing his pitching repertoire.
An outing like that is kind of what he looked like when he won the 2021 AL Cy Young Award, showcasing his newfound skills.
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