3,000 Strikeouts for Kershaw & Fourth of July Weekend Waiver Preview
Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball
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Chasing 3,000: A Pitcher's Journey
This chapter recounts the tension-filled pursuit of a pitcher's 3,000 career strikeouts, spotlighting the strategic challenges posed by opposing batters. It explores the evolution of the pitcher's skills, particularly the mastery of the slider, and connects individual milestones to broader trends in Major League Baseball. The discussion also highlights the pressures faced by pitchers today, their health challenges, and the evolving metrics that define success in the sport.
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