Guardians' Bullpen: Strikeout Deficiency Threatens Success
Update: 2025-12-03
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The Cleveland Guardians bullpen, a key factor in their back-to-back AL Central titles, faces a challenge: a low strikeout rate. Despite their impressive ERA, they ranked only 15th in total strikeouts. This issue is highlighted by the reliance on a single pitcher, Cade Smith, for a significant portion of their strikeouts. With another top reliever, Emmanuel Clase, out due to administrative leave, strengthening the bullpen is a top priority. The team needs pitchers who can generate more swings and misses, as their current strategy of relying on strong defense isnt sustainable. With several pitchers as free agents and others with inconsistent roles, finding reliable, high-strikeout arms is crucial for the Guardians continued success.
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