During the All-Star weekend, drama unfolded with memorable moments like a tiebreaker in the Home Run Derby. The Yankees sent four players, including Carlos Rodón, who became crucial after being called as an alternate. Facing Francisco Lindor, Rodón threw a back-foot slider to deceive him, leading to a foul tip. Following the slider, a fastball was effectively thrown, exploiting Lindor's expectation and securing a favorable 0-2 count. Rodón's effective pitch sequence showcased his strategic prowess on the mound.
Facing Francisco Lindor, Carlos Rodón began with a back-foot slider that misled the hitter from anticipating a fastball, leading to a foul tip.
Rodón's slider set a trap; after tricking Lindor early in the at-bat, his subsequent fastball made it difficult for Lindor to make clean contact.
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