- Tue Feb 18, 2025 11:20 am
#6302
As we dive deeper into the 2025 fantasy baseball season, the conversation around starting pitchers is heating up. With the recent episode of the Beat the Shift Podcast featuring Nick Pollack, several intriguing topics were brought to light that could shape our draft strategies and in-season management.
One of the key points discussed was the importance of pitch mix and how a pitcher’s ability to adapt—like working on a new pitch or changing their arm angle—can significantly impact their performance. This raises an interesting question: How much weight do you put on a pitcher’s ability to evolve their game? Are you more inclined to take a chance on a pitcher with a new pitch that could unlock their potential, or do you prefer to stick with proven commodities?
Additionally, the podcast touched on the Los Angeles Dodgers and their unique approach to pitching. Given their history of maximizing pitcher performance, should we be more aggressive in targeting their starters, or does the risk of injury and workload management make them a gamble?
And let’s not forget the age-old debate: when drafting, should you prioritize strikeouts or ratios? With the current landscape of pitching, where strikeouts are at an all-time high, is it time to shift our focus back to ratios for a more balanced team?
I’d love to hear your thoughts on these topics. What strategies are you considering for your pitching staff this season? Do you have any bold predictions for breakout pitchers or potential busts? Let’s get the conversation rolling!
One of the key points discussed was the importance of pitch mix and how a pitcher’s ability to adapt—like working on a new pitch or changing their arm angle—can significantly impact their performance. This raises an interesting question: How much weight do you put on a pitcher’s ability to evolve their game? Are you more inclined to take a chance on a pitcher with a new pitch that could unlock their potential, or do you prefer to stick with proven commodities?
Additionally, the podcast touched on the Los Angeles Dodgers and their unique approach to pitching. Given their history of maximizing pitcher performance, should we be more aggressive in targeting their starters, or does the risk of injury and workload management make them a gamble?
And let’s not forget the age-old debate: when drafting, should you prioritize strikeouts or ratios? With the current landscape of pitching, where strikeouts are at an all-time high, is it time to shift our focus back to ratios for a more balanced team?
I’d love to hear your thoughts on these topics. What strategies are you considering for your pitching staff this season? Do you have any bold predictions for breakout pitchers or potential busts? Let’s get the conversation rolling!