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#kyle-harrison
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
1 week ago
San Francisco Giants

What we learned as Harrison leads Giants' skid-busting win vs. Rockies

Kyle Harrison excelled in his Coors Field debut, shutting out the Rockies with a fastball-heavy approach. [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
1 week ago
San Francisco Giants

Harrison efficiently passes first Coors Field test in Giants' win

Kyle Harrison impressed in his Coors Field debut, showcasing his reliability and talent as a young pitcher for the Giants. [ more ]
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#los-angeles-dodgers
Dodgers Nation
1 week ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Defends His Decision to Use Michael Grove Late Against Padres

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts strategically used pitcher Michael Grove in the ninth inning amidst key player injuries, which unfortunately didn't work out as planned. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
2 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers News: Yoshinobu Yamamoto Improved Fastball Command By 'Synching' Delivery

Improvement in fastball command key to Yoshinobu Yamamoto's success with the Los Angeles Dodgers. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
3 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dave Roberts: Dodgers Use Bullpen Games To 'Protect' Starters With Extra Rest

Bullpen games provide strategic advantage for Dodgers by giving starters extra rest. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers Bullpen Management: Who Has Emerged Amid Early Strain

Dodgers lead NL West with 10-5 record, concerns exist over bottom lineup and bullpen usage. [ more ]
Dodgers Nation
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Dave Roberts Says Dodgers Starting Pitchers Will Go Deeper Into Games This Year

The Dodgers adhere to the strategy of not letting starting pitchers face an opponent's lineup three times in a game for innings and pitch count control.
Tyler Glasnow showcased promising performance with the Dodgers, pushing his innings and showing potential as an ace. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers use bullpen game to beat Giants. Why more are expected this season

The Dodgers are prioritizing starting pitcher rest by occasionally opting for bullpen games to provide extra off days.
The team's ability to replenish pitching depth allows them to manage starters' workload without sacrificing success. [ more ]
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Pinstripe Alley
6 days ago
New York Yankees

Around the Empire: Yankees news - 5/15/24

Clay Holmes leading the Yankees bullpen is considered one of the best closers in baseball, maintaining a perfect 0.00 ERA. [ more ]
#mlb
nj
3 weeks ago
Major League Baseball

Is the Tampa Bay Rays game on TV tonight vs. Chicago White Sox ? | FREE live stream, time, TV, channel for MLB Friday Night Baseball on Apple TV+

The Tampa Bay Rays placed closer Pete Fairbanks on the injured list, leading to a closer role by committee strategy. [ more ]
NESN.com
1 month ago
Boston Red Sox

Injury To Red Sox Reliever Kept Him From Pitching Vs. Angels

Chris Martin was not pitched in the eighth inning due to a left shoulder injury, with the Red Sox manager prioritizing his well-being over the game strategy. [ more ]
Pinstripe Alley
1 month ago
New York Yankees

New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays: Series preview

Yankees aim for sixth series win, facing Jays with key players underperforming [ more ]
McCovey Chronicles
1 month ago
San Francisco Giants

Giants-Rays Series Preview

The San Francisco Giants have a challenging series ahead against the Tampa Bay Rays in Florida due to the Rays' pitching depth and innovative pitching strategy. [ more ]
Mets360
1 month ago
New York Mets

Jose Butto shines in his first MLB start of the season

The article highlighted the unexpected opportunity for Jose Butto to start a game and potentially out-pitch Adrian Houser.
There was a discussion on Houser's pitching limitations and the decision-making process in a specific game scenario. [ more ]
NESN.com
1 month ago
Boston Red Sox

Will Middlebrooks Sees How Red Sox Pitchers Have Flipped Script

Hitters are typically looking for fastballs, but the Boston Red Sox pitchers are relying more on off-speed and secondary pitches.
The Red Sox starting pitchers' new strategy of fewer fastballs has led to immediate success, with the team dominating opposing hitters. [ more ]
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#strikeout-rate
Pinstripe Alley
1 month ago
New York Yankees

How much can fans trust the current version of the Yankees' bullpen?

The Yankees have undergone significant changes in their bullpen, with new pitchers forming the majority of innings pitched, maintaining a strong ERA but facing challenges in generating strikeouts. [ more ]
Pinstripe Alley
1 month ago
New York Yankees

Encouraging Carlos Rodon to throw his changeup more

Rodón shows potential for improvement with better physical condition and certain pitching improvements. [ more ]
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#baseball
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
San Francisco Giants

SF Giants finally clinch a road series. Now, can they start a winning streak?

A winning streak can boost confidence and momentum for the team, helping overcome performance slumps. [ more ]
Newsday
1 month ago
New York Yankees

Surging Stanton slams as Yankees take series from Jays

Giancarlo Stanton's grand slam propelled the Yankees to victory.
Manager Aaron Boone strategically managed the pitching staff for a successful outcome. [ more ]
Faithandfearinflushing
1 month ago
New York Mets

Too Many Innings

Managers must strategize to balance reliever usage and ensure victory.
Pressure on starting pitchers increases when bullpen reliability is questioned. [ more ]
Pinstripe Alley
2 months ago
New York Yankees

Gleyber Torres' big step forward

Pitchers should not fear giving up hits in 0-2 counts
Batters struggle more in two-strike counts, making contact harder [ more ]
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Battery Power
1 month ago
New York Mets

Allan Winans will start Wednesday's game against Mets

The Atlanta Braves won 6-3 against the New York Mets to level the series at a game apiece.
Allan Winans will start for the Braves, replacing the injured Spencer Strider. [ more ]
McCovey Chronicles
1 month ago
San Francisco Giants

A win is a win is a win is a win is a win

The San Francisco Giants won against the San Diego Padres in a close series wrap, where the victory was seen as a gift.
Despite struggling, Giants pitcher Logan Webb managed to maneuver through challenges, relying on inducing grounders and double-plays. [ more ]
#garrett-whitlock
NESN.com
1 month ago
Boston Red Sox

How Garrett Whitlock 'Changed Script' To Dominate Mariners

Whitlock successfully adjusted pitching strategy midway through the game, leading to a stellar performance.
Adapting mid-outing is a challenge for Whitlock, who typically excels as a reliever due to facing batters only once. [ more ]
NESN.com
1 month ago
Boston Red Sox

Gyroball? Bullet Slider? Garrett Whitlock's New Pitch On Display

Garrett Whitlock has added a new pitch, a 'bullet slider', to his arsenal under new coaching staff
The Boston Red Sox pitching staff is undergoing an overhaul in philosophy with encouraging early results [ more ]
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#red-sox
NESN.com
1 month ago
Boston Red Sox

This Major Brayan Bello Change Might Unlock Red Sox Starter's Potential

Bello drastically reduced his four-seam fastball usage, opting for sinkers, changeups, and sliders instead.
The shift in pitch selection may signal a strategic adjustment under the Red Sox's new pitching leadership. [ more ]
NESN.com
4 months ago
Boston Red Sox

Andrew Bailey's Philosophies Open New Doors For Red Sox Pitching

Andrew Bailey returns to the Red Sox as the team's pitching coach.
Bailey aims to reshape the future of pitching within the Red Sox organization. [ more ]
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#spring-training
Yahoo Sports
2 months ago
Chicago White Sox

Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal will make next start on backfields. Here's why

Skubal pitching simulated game due to strategic reasons
Tigers managing starting pitchers for upcoming regular season matchups [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
New York Mets

Jose Butto's sinker keeps Astros grounded over two scoreless frames for Mets

Jose Butto worked on refining his sinker pitch, using it effectively against the Astros.
Butto impressed with his sinker, mixed with slider, changeup, and a four-seamer in a spring training game. [ more ]
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