Is the obsession with velocity ruining baseball? A recent MLB study highlighted the link between pitching injuries and the relentless pursuit of speed. But is it really that simple? Are young pitchers pushing too hard, too soon? Or are MLB development practices actually *under*-preparing pitchers for the demands of a full season? Some argue that inconsistent workloads and shortened starts in the minors are creating a generation of pitchers who can't handle the grind.
What's the solution? Should we rein in young arms, focusing on mechanics and control over raw speed? Or do we need a complete overhaul of minor league player development? Is the answer somewhere in between? Let's hear your thoughts. What are your experiences? Share your insights. Let's get this conversation started.
Is the obsession with velocity ruining baseball? A recent MLB study highlighted the link between pitching injuries and the relentless pursuit of speed. But is it really that simple? Are young pitchers pushing too hard, too soon? Or are MLB development practices actually *under*-preparing pitchers for the demands of a full season? Some argue that inconsistent workloads and shortened starts in the minors are creating a generation of pitchers who can't handle the grind.
What's the solution? Should we rein in young arms, focusing on mechanics and control over raw speed? Or do we need a complete overhaul of minor league player development? Is the answer somewhere in between? Let's hear your thoughts. What are your experiences? Share your insights. Let's get this conversation started.
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