Cool changeups?

So, we have reviewed pitchers who threw a lot of strikeouts via four-seamers, curveballs and sliders from 2008 to 2024. Now, our focus will move on to another pitch.

What a curve?

We just reviewed several pitchers who threw 1000+ strikeouts with their sliders. Now, let’s shift our focus on another pitch.

​​Devastating sliders?

Just a couple of days ago, we reviewed some pitchers who used their four-seamers to generate a lot of strikeouts. Certainly, their four-seamers are nightmares of many MLB hitters. This time, let’s take a look at another pitch type.

​​Strikeouts via four-seamer

In early July, I listened to a podcast show. In the show, an analyst indicated a pitcher’s pitch and he has used it to strike out many batters. And the analyst emphasized that pitcher’s great pitch.

The ROY? ii

Around 2 weeks ago, we took a look at some rookie hitters’ performances. Some rookie hitters certainly have drawn a lot of attention. Now, let’s shift our focus on the mound.

It still works?

A few weeks ago, I was watching a baseball game. The starting pitcher did a good job on the mound. However, his fastball isn’t really fast. Most of the time, his four-seamers didn’t touch 90 mph in a game.

How many innings will he throw?

Shohei Ohtani, without a doubt, is a superstar in baseball. Fans around the world all watch his performance. After undergoing his second major elbow surgery in 2023 and going through the rehab process, Ohtani returned to the mound in mid-June.

MoOKie?

After playing 88 games in the first half of the 2025 season, Mookie Betts, who’s an 8-time All-Star and the 2018 AL MVP award winner, now hits .246/.316/.386 with 11 home runs and 45 RBI. In the 2025 season, Mookie Betts’ OPS is below .800 thus far.

What is that?

Last month, I watched a game on TV. A starting pitcher threw a pitch that was just 40+ mph. That pitch looked so weird and surprised many people. What is that?

Good rotation?

Well, pitcher usage has been quite different in today’s baseball games. However, no one can ignore the importance of the rotation.

The ROY?

The first half of the 2025 season is almost over. Several rookie players have been off to a good start this season. And it’s certainly worthwhile to see how good they have done.

Fireworks?

It's the 4th of July. Happy Independence Day! I believe that lots of people are going to watch fireworks today. In baseball, many teams set fireworks after a player from the home team crushes a home run.

Unstoppable in June?

June just came to an end. Hence, very soon, the All-Star break will come. In June, several players had played very well and it’s highly possible that some of them will become All-Stars.