Virtually every Major League pitcher throws a combination of pitches, with starting pitchers often owning an arsenal of three or more offerings. Relief pitchers, who infrequently face the same batter ...
Let’s look at which of this season’s Diamondback pitchers had specific pitch types/categories that were either great or below average. That will be determined by whether that pitch type’s wOBA is ...
This week, we’ve been examining a variety of pitch types across the minor leagues, ranking the best fastballs and breaking balls according to Stuff+ grades. Today, we’ll be taking a closer look at ...
Analyzing Elly De La Cruz’s 2024 season reveals a fascinating breakdown of how the young star fared against each pitch type, showcasing his growth, challenges, and adaptability at the plate. De La ...
When is a pitch a pitch? When is a new pitch type born? Who gets credit? At some point, the slider was not a thing. Then Charles Bender threw his “nickel-curve” so often in the early part of the 20th ...