Eno interviews Chris Langin, the Director of Pitching at Driveline Baseball. They discuss whether this season’s rule changes will impact pitchers’ preparations, and they also delve into the process behind the creation of unique pitch shapes. Eno and Al then discuss some fantasy-relevant perspectives to take away from the interview.

Rundown

0:46 Eno introduces his interview with Chris Langin

2:21 Chris talks about how pitchers prepare to throw at Driveline

5:52 Chris discusses Driveline’s approach to addressing the rule changes

13:35 Chris explains the process pitchers undertake to create new pitch shapes

21:30 How important is it for pitchers to create unique pitch shapes?

30:35 Chris talks about working with pitchers on command

34:47 Chris addresses some recent trends in pitchers’ arsenals

39:21 Eno and Al discuss some fantasy takeaways from the interview

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