All articles tagged with #pitching development
LA is weighing Sasaki’s future after three inconsistent MLB starts: despite elite velocity, he’s showing control issues and posting a 6.23 ERA, leaving him behind other Dodgers starters. The team is deciding whether to keep him in the majors as a development path or send him to the minors, with Snell’s looming return and a next start at Coors Field adding urgency.
The Boston Red Sox face a major setback as pitcher Lucas Giolito may miss the entire 2024 season due to a likely need for Tommy John surgery, leaving their rotation in a precarious position. Meanwhile, the San Francisco Giants are evaluating the value of their one-year deal with Matt Chapman, and the Tampa Bay Rays' successful pitching development philosophy is explored. Additionally, an article delves into the unique challenges MLB players face in finding housing due to the transient nature of their careers.
Craig Breslow, a former pitcher and current executive for the Chicago Cubs, is reportedly returning to the Boston Red Sox as their top baseball official. Breslow, who helped the Red Sox win the 2013 World Series, is known for his expertise in pitching development, an area where the Red Sox have struggled. He will be tasked with improving the team's farm system and bringing the big league club back to success in the AL East. Breslow's hiring comes after a search process that saw Boston interview multiple candidates, and he will join a leadership group that includes assistant general managers Eddie Romero, Raquel Ferreira, and Mike Groopman.