The Washington Nationals are struggling with a 5-6 record in first games of series, facing challenges with their starters, especially with Mitchell Parker's recent performances. The evolution of starting pitching means they now average about 86.5 pitches and typically only go about 5 1/3 innings. Patrick Corbin's recent success is due to several factors, including better pitch framing, the strategy of pulling him when in trouble, and strong bullpen support. Despite his 3.79 ERA going into a game against the Mariners, questions remain about his ability to sustain this success.
Starting pitchers like Mitchell Parker are now expected to average 86.5 pitches, with many teams reluctant to let them face the batting order for a third time.
Patrick Corbin's resurgence can be attributed to a variety of factors, including pitching to a strong catcher and the option to pull him before he gets into trouble.
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