Pitchers have to evolve fast to stay ahead, and this season has been no exception. Today, Eno, Trevor, and DVR break down the traits today's game values most and the adjustments a handful of starters are making—with varying degrees of success. Plus, the guys take a closer look at Eury Pérez's growth and the strides he's made in his third major league season.Rundown:2:17 The Speed of Adjustments7:25 Faster Solutions: Who Actually Finds and Implements Them?12:12 Pitcher Traits: What Are You Valuing More Today?19:35 Kumar Rocker is Changing26:57 Tanner Bibee: Pitching Deep Into Starts, Not Missing Bats32:37 Brandon Sproat: Good Stuff, Inconsistent Results40:23 Janson Junk: The Intrigue Continues44:50 Eury Pérez: Has Increased Two-Seamer Usage Unlocked Ace Ceiling?48:09 Logan Gilbert: More Adjustments?Link to the Big Board: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7448958/Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayEditor: Jason Potere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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