Results for: Pitching

In a thrilling matchup, Chambersburg emerged victorious over State College with a narrow 3-2 margin. Kori Leedy’s stellar pitching performance anchored the win, as she struck out an impressive nine batters over seven innings. Leedy’s dominance on the mound, combined with timely hitting from Breanne Paetow, Samantha Paetow, and Karley Skultety, proved to be the winning formula for Chambersburg. Despite State College’s valiant efforts, Chambersburg’s defense held strong, ultimately securing the victory.

The New York Yankees have had an overabundance of talented pitching throughout their existence, so narrowing it down to just a handful of players is a challenging task. These five players had a combination of great stuff, dominance in win-loss records and postseason success.

In the current landscape of baseball, the traditional workhorse pitcher is becoming an increasingly rare sight. Pitchers are averaging just over 5 innings per start, with only a handful completing seven innings or more. This decline is partly due to injuries, the use of openers, and a reluctance to let weaker starters face an opposing lineup a third time. While there are understandable reasons for this trend, it is a sad reality for those who appreciate the art of a pitcher dominating a game deep into the late innings.

Drafted as a basketball player, Trystan Vrieling has overcome challenges and made strides as a pitcher for the Yankees’ Double-A Somerset Patriots. Through an intense eating program, weight gain, and a shift to classical music before starts, he has emerged as a dominant force on the field. Now at 23, Vrieling’s pitch mix and increased velocity have propelled him to an impressive start, earning him the title of Yankees’ No. 23 prospect by MLB Pipeline.

The latest Mid-Penn Conference baseball stat leaders through games played April 21, 2024.

Despite a slew of injuries, the Boston Red Sox pulled off a three-game sweep against the Pittsburgh Pirates, showcasing their resilience and the strength of their pitching staff. Outfielder Wilyer Abreu, shortstop Ceddanne Rafaela, and second baseman Enmanuel Valdez made key contributions, while starters Tanner Houck, Brayan Bello, and Kutter Crawford impressed on the mound. The Red Sox’s pitching staff currently boasts the lowest rotation ERA in baseball, a testament to their ability to overcome adversity and exceed expectations.

Luis Castillo dominated over seven innings, Cal Raleigh homered and drove in four runs, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Colorado Rockies 7-0 on Saturday night in frigid conditions. The Rockies have now lost six straight and are 4-16, their worst start in franchise history. The Mariners sent Colorado ace Dakota Hudson to his fifth consecutive loss.