In a 62-page study on pitching injuries released by Major League Baseball, contributing factors to arm ailments were identified as players chasing higher velocity and better “stuff” while exerting maximum effort, leading to a spike in injuries. The study suggested potential rule changes and highlighted concerns about offseason training and workload management strategies that may be contributing to the issue. Overall, the study concluded that chasing velocity is the primary cause of pitching injuries, with modern training techniques and workload management also playing a role in the rising injury rates among pitchers at both the professional and amateur levels.
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Kiké Hernández reveals he nearly got suspended after dropping F-bomb on live TV during Dodgers’ playoff run
Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Kiké Hernández was fined for dropping an F-bomb on live television during a postgame interview following the NLDS win over the San Diego Padres. The league was considering a suspension, but his agent and MLB Players Association representatives intervened, resulting in a reduced fine and no suspension. Despite the controversy, Hernández played a key role in the Dodgers' successful postseason run, helping them win the World Series before becoming a...
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