Here S Why A S Ace Sonny Gray Should Change His Approach
Gray has a very traditional approach. He likes to use first-pitch fastballs to get ahead and then throw his slider with two strikes. If he falls behind, he will use the fastball to get himself back into the count. He uses his changeup just a few times per game, mostly to left-handed hitters. He uses a curveball to keep hitters honest, but it’s not his most effective breaking pitch. A cutter is used sparingly....