Félix Bautista has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder discomfort. Kade Strowd has been recalled from Triple-A Norfolk to take Bautista's roster spot. In his comeback season after Tommy John surgery, Bautista has saved 19 games with a 2.60 ERA, although his command has weakened. He has a walk rate of 16.2%, which is significantly higher than 10% in the previous two seasons. Bautista has switched to a sinker, causing an increase in ground balls but a decrease in strikeouts compared to prior years.
Félix Bautista has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder discomfort, with Kade Strowd recalling from Triple-A Norfolk to fill his spot.
Bautista has saved 19 games and logged a 2.60 ERA, showcasing his status as a high-end reliever in his return from Tommy John surgery.
Despite his impressive 35.2% strikeout rate this season, Bautista's command has faltered, recording a 16.2% walk rate compared to 10% in previous seasons.
Bautista has altered his pitch selection, replacing his four-seamer with a sinker, resulting in more grounders but fewer strikeouts, impacting his overall effectiveness.
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