Chadd Cady-Imagn Images explores the impact of pitchers throwing hanging sliders in the zone, with a focus on Dylan Cease’s high percentage of zone 5 sliders in 2024. The analysis delves into the consequences of these mistakes, comparing slugging percentages and performance metrics of pitchers who frequently throw sliders in zone 5. The study concludes that reducing the frequency of zone 5 sliders can lower opposing batters’ slugging percentage on in-zone sliders, highlighting the importance of pitch location in maximizing pitching effectiveness.
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