#pitching-strategy

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San Francisco Giants
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

Dodgers pitcher credits SF Giants star for changing his game

Logan Webb's advice to Blake Snell about pitching in the strike zone helped Snell develop deeper-inning durability, benefiting the Dodgers in their playoff run.
#shohei-ohtani
#blake-snell
fromDodger Blue
6 days ago
Major League Baseball

Dodgers NLCS: Dave Roberts explains removing Blake Snell after 8 innings

Blake Snell delivered a historic eight-inning minimum outing, giving the Dodgers a 1-0 NLCS lead while being removed after 103 pitches to protect future availability.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
LA Dodgers

Blake Snell shut down from throwing in Dodgers injury worry

The Dodgers are prioritizing Blake Snell's long-term health by managing his arm discomfort carefully.
LA Dodgers
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Blake Snell shut down from throwing in Dodgers injury worry

The Dodgers are prioritizing Blake Snell's long-term health by managing his arm discomfort carefully.
#los-angeles-dodgers
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
4 months ago

Dave Roberts: Dodgers 'Have A Good Chance' To Win Series Against Padres

The Dodgers lost to the Padres 11-1, managing pitcher workload for future games affected their strategy.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
4 months ago

Dave Roberts: Dodgers 'Have A Good Chance' To Win Series Against Padres

The Dodgers lost to the Padres 11-1, managing pitcher workload for future games affected their strategy.
fromObstructedview
1 week ago

Finishing the Division Series

I'm rather grateful that none of the divisional series in either league were sweeps, and particularly happy that the Cubs are still going. Friday is the final game for the AL side, as the Tigers try to advance to the championship series against the Mariners in Seattle after pissing away the division. The Cubs then play on Saturday in Milwaukee,
Chicago Cubs
#dodgers
LA Dodgers
fromDodgers Nation
5 months ago

Dodgers to Utilize Bullpen Game This Week Against Cubs

The Dodgers continue to confront pitching challenges due to injuries, necessitating reliance on their bullpen for game strategies.
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

MLB division series: How Brewers and Cubs can each win decisive Game 5, plus lineups and analysis

Another day, another win-or-go-home Game 5 in the 2025 MLB playoffs! The Brewers entered the series as the favorite -- and the NL's top overall seed. But after taking a commanding 2-0 lead, their NL Central rival Cubs evened the series with two wins at Wrigley Field. Now we're back in Milwaukee -- with the winner moving on to face the Los Angeles Dodgers for the NL pennant.
Chicago
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Commentary: Dodgers hope a very, very rested hometown hero can pitch them into NLCS

For Glasnow, yes, but also for the Dodgers. It would eliminate the possibility of the Dodgers playing for their lives on Saturday, amid the deafening decibels of Citizens Bank Park. And it would vindicate the Dodgers' strategy of all but mothballing an elite starting pitcher for almost three weeks and then handing him the ball and asking him to win them the division series.
Boston Red Sox
New York Mets
fromNewsday
1 month ago

Mets' Clay Holmes, Sean Manaea do job, club hits four HRs to rout Padres

The Mets used creative pitching and timely homers to beat the Padres 8-3, preserving their wild-card lead with 11 games left.
#mets
fromNewsday
1 month ago
Major League Baseball

Mets' David Stearns says club will stay fluid with pitching decisions

fromNewsday
1 month ago
Major League Baseball

Mets' David Stearns says club will stay fluid with pitching decisions

Boston Red Sox
fromOver the Monster
1 month ago

Here's how Payton Tolle takes the next step

Payton Tolle's elite fastball can dominate, but opponents' fastball-targeting and ineffective secondary offerings revealed the need for a distinct, reliable Plan B.
#clayton-kershaw
fromJays Journal
1 month ago

Blue Jays hopeful rotation strategy will pay off as Eric Lauer returns to the rotation

We know the games mean a little bit more when the Toronto Blue Jays are actively trying to match up their pitchers against specific competition. It's also been a while since they've had the luxury of being able to say they are truly six starters deep and any one of them can give the Blue Jays a chance to win on any given night.
Major League Baseball
#baseball
Miami Marlins
fromMiami Herald
5 months ago

Max Meyer has his first quality start since April, but Cubs scratch out a 2-1 victory

Max Meyer achieved his best performance in a month, adapting pitch strategies and trusting rookie catcher Agustín Ramírez.
Chicago White Sox
fromChicago Sun-Times
5 months ago

White Sox' Jonathan Cannon found the recipe for consistency, now it's about execution

Jonathan Cannon's changeup has become crucial in his pitching, helping him remain competitive despite the White Sox's struggles.
#toronto-blue-jays
fromJays Journal
2 months ago
Toronto Raptors

A Conversation with MLB.com's Keegan Matheson on the Jays' Deadline Push: "You Can't Get Cute This Year"

fromJays Journal
2 months ago
Toronto Raptors

A Conversation with MLB.com's Keegan Matheson on the Jays' Deadline Push: "You Can't Get Cute This Year"

Chicago White Sox
fromDefector
2 months ago

Better Not Guess Wrong Against Mason Miller | Defector

Mason Miller successfully navigated pressure by opting for a slider over his fastball against Lourdes Gurriel, showing growth in his pitching strategy.
fromDistrict on Deck
2 months ago

Takeaways from Nationals Interim GM Mike DeBartolo's post-trade deadline presser

"We're looking for guys with stuff, you know, guys that have performed well... a combination of both is really where our focus was. We feel like we got several guys that have that. Eriq Swan, a really big guy with big stuff, strikes a lot of guys out, has velocity, can spin the ball..."
Washington Nationals
#dustin-may
#mlb
fromYahoo Sports
3 months ago
Major League Baseball

Two-start pitchers: Hunter Brown leads the list of strong options for the final week of the first half

fromYahoo Sports
3 months ago
Major League Baseball

Two-start pitchers: Hunter Brown leads the list of strong options for the final week of the first half

LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
6 months ago

Dodgers leaning toward Austin Barnes catching Roki Sasaki starts

Roki Sasaki's success is linked to his familiarity with catcher Austin Barnes, enhancing performance and comfort.
fromMcCovey Chronicles
3 months ago

LHP Matt Gage joins major league roster a couple of weeks after signing MiLB deal

Matt Gage returns to the Giants via a minor league deal, having navigated through nine organizations prior to rejoining the team, showcasing resilience and potential.
San Francisco Giants
fromPinstripe Alley
3 months ago

Sequence of the Week: Carlos Rodon works scoreless inning in All-Star Game (7/15)

Facing Francisco Lindor, Carlos Rodón began with a back-foot slider that misled the hitter from anticipating a fastball, leading to a foul tip.
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Boston Red Sox
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Red Sox' Garrett Crochet explains decision not to pitch in 2025 All-Star Game

Garrett Crochet opted out of the All-Star Game to conserve innings for Boston's playoff push.
fromOver the Monster
3 months ago

Richard Fitts is steadily improving

Richard Fitts finally earned his first major league win, employing a breaking ball-heavy approach against lefties, which proved effective against the struggling Rockies.
Boston Red Sox
#washington-nationals
#red-sox
#clarke-schmidt
#chicago-white-sox
fromYahoo Sports
3 months ago
Chicago White Sox

Chicago White Sox lose for the 9th time in 10 games, falling behind early in a 7-1 drubbing in Toronto

fromYahoo Sports
4 months ago
Chicago White Sox

Chicago White Sox keeping a close eye on young starters' workloads: 'We just have to be mindful'

fromYahoo Sports
3 months ago
Chicago White Sox

Chicago White Sox lose for the 9th time in 10 games, falling behind early in a 7-1 drubbing in Toronto

fromYahoo Sports
4 months ago
Chicago White Sox

Chicago White Sox keeping a close eye on young starters' workloads: 'We just have to be mindful'

fromOver the Monster
4 months ago

Brayan Bello tried something new against the Yankees. And it worked

Bello's reliance on the cutter, which he effectively mixed and located, proved pivotal in his shutout against the Yankees, showcasing his ability to adapt.
Boston Red Sox
Chicago Cubs
fromYahoo Sports
4 months ago

Phillies Claim 25-Year-Old Former White Sox Pitcher, DFA Minor League Starter

Phillies claimed Ryan Cusick to strengthen their pitching options ahead of a crucial series against the Pirates.
New York Yankees
fromPinstripe Alley
4 months ago

Yankees Mailbag: Jesus Rodriguez stocks and third base options

The Yankees aim to strengthen their roster ahead of the deadline, focusing on trading potential while assessing player value and positional needs.
#carlos-rodon
fromYahoo Sports
4 months ago
New York Yankees

How Carlos Rodon overcame his rough first Yankees season: 'I don't give up'

Carlos Rodón's mental resilience and adaptability revitalized his performance after a disappointing initial tenure with the Yankees.
fromPinstripe Alley
5 months ago
New York Yankees

Sequence of the Week: Carlos Rodon has got his mojo back (4/29)

Carlos Rodón is reinventing himself as a top pitcher for the Yankees, showcasing impressive skills and performance improvements this season.
New York Yankees
fromPinstripe Alley
5 months ago

Sequence of the Week: Carlos Rodon has got his mojo back (4/29)

Carlos Rodón is reinventing himself as a top pitcher for the Yankees, showcasing impressive skills and performance improvements this season.
Washington Nationals
fromThe Washington Post
4 months ago

Jake Irvin's gem and James Wood's blast guide the Nats past the Giants

Jake Irvin showcased resilience with an impressive eight-inning performance, almost pitching the ninth despite fatigue, ultimately leading to a victory for the Nationals.
#white-sox
fromBattery Power
5 months ago

Braves option Dylan Dodd to Triple-A

The Braves made a strategic decision to option Bryce Elder to Triple-A and call up Dylan Dodd, only to send Dodd back after a short stint.
Atlanta Braves
fromBattery Power
5 months ago

Will Chris Sale set a new high in slider usage this year?

When healthy, Chris Sale has been good, with an epic-tier career defined by a fastball-slider repertoire that confounds hitters.
Chicago White Sox
New York Mets
fromMLB Trade Rumors
5 months ago

Cardinals Moving Steven Matz To Bullpen

Steven Matz is being moved back to the bullpen temporarily despite his strong performance, with plans to keep him ready for future rotation assignments.
LA Dodgers
fromDodgers Nation
5 months ago

Dodgers' Kike Hernandez Had 2-Hour Conversation With Yoshinobu Yamamoto That Changed Everything

Yoshinobu Yamamoto's early struggles in MLB were mitigated by a crucial conversation with Kiké Hernández, helping him gain confidence and clarity.
New York Yankees
fromPinstripe Alley
6 months ago

Sean Boyle's road back from injury appears complete

Sean Boyle has shown significant improvement post-Tommy John surgery, demonstrating effectiveness in pitching through adjustments in recent games.
Washington Nationals
fromNatsbaseball
6 months ago

What they needed

The team secured a crucial win, avoiding a slide into poor performance against weaker opponents.
Jake Irvin delivered an essential performance, demonstrating his capability within the struggling rotation.
The bullpen maintained control, showcasing vital strength and reliability, crucial for the team's momentum.
Upcoming games could see continued improvement as key pitchers, like Mitchell Parker, are set to play against weaker opponents.
New York Mets
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Exclusive | Juan Soto opens up to The Post about pitchers' new approach without 'the best hitter in baseball' behind him

Soto's hitting approach and statistics are affected by the difference in lineup protection compared to the previous season.
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