Detroit Tigers left-handed ace Tarik Skubal added to his rising preseason Cy Younger hype with a razor-sharp efficiency in opposition to the Pittsburgh Pirates in spring coaching Wednesday.
Skubal’s pitches maxed out at 99.6 miles per hour, in accordance with Detroit Free Press beat author Evan Petzold.
The 6-foot-3, 240 pound Skubal has battled accidents all through his profession however seems poised for a breakout season with supervisor A.J. Hinch’s crew in 2024.
Skubal went two innings in opposition to the Pittsburgh Pirates, giving up no hits and one stroll whereas placing out two batters. He threw 29 pitches, 19 of them for strikes, and solely 4 of his pitches have been put into play. None of these exceeded an exit velocity of 100 miles per hour.
“When these guys solely have two innings, particularly starters, it is arduous to work on something however conditioning,” supervisor A.J. Hinch mentioned, per the Detroit Free Press. “However Tarik did a very good job of blending pitches — changeups, sliders and fastballs. It was a very good day for him.”
Video of Skubal’s efficiency exhibits a relaxed and composed beginning pitcher with a clean supply and elite velocity.
