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Growing Pains: Pittsburgh Pirates’ Bubba Chandler STRUGGLES Exposed, But Crucial Lessons Learned
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Bubba Chandler faces a trial by fire against Jacob deGrom and the Texas Rangers, highlighting the real and necessary growing pains of pitching in the majors. Gary Morgan breaks down Chandler's dynamic but inconsistent command, the psychological battle on the mound, and how the Pirates are developing his full pitch arsenal—including strategic choices between Joey Bart and Henry Davis behind the plate. Key discussion points include how player emotion shapes game performance, the club’s commitment to long-term development, and the impact of minor league ballpark…
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