Straight strikeouts are usually proportional to pitch speed, but Murakami boasts the highest number of strikeouts with below-average speed. This is proof that Murakami throws a “special straight” that allows him to compete in the strike zone.
Straight strikeouts are usually proportional to pitch speed, but Murakami boasts the highest number of strikeouts with below-average speed. This is proof that Murakami throws a “special straight” that allows him to compete in the strike zone.