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Alright, so you wanna know about them sidearm pitchers in MLB The Show 24, huh? Well, lemme tell ya, it ain’t as simple as throwin’ a ball like yer grandpappy used to. These fellas, they got a whole different way of doin’ things.
What’s a Sidearm Pitcher Anyway?
See, most pitchers, they throw overhand, like this. Gestures vaguely upwards. But sidearm guys, they drop their arm down, almost like they’re throwin’ a frisbee. It’s weird lookin’, but it works! Makes the ball move all funny-like, hard for them batters to hit. I tell ya, it’s like tryin’ to swat a fly with a newspaper, all unpredictable and stuff.
Why Use a Sidearm Pitcher in the Game?
Now, in that there video game, MLB The Show 24, usin’ a sidearm pitcher can be a real sneaky advantage. Those batters, they get used to seein’ the ball come in a certain way. Then BAM! Here comes this sidearm fella, and the ball’s doin’ somethin’ totally different. It’s like, they’re expectin’ a fastball, and they get a… a… well, I don’t know what they call it, a sinker or a slider or somethin’, but it sure ain’t straight!
Who Are Some Famous Sidearm Pitchers?
They got some famous sidearmers in the real baseball too, not just in the game. I heard tell of fellas like… uh… Madison Bum somethin’-or-other, and Chris Sale. Folks say Sale’s got one of the lowest arm angles, almost scrapin’ the ground, they say. Then there’s that fella, Eckersley, they say he was a real ace back in the day with that sidearm delivery. They say he made hitters look foolish, swingin’ at nothin’ but air. There’s a bunch of ’em, I can’t remember all their names. Too many fancy names for this old gal.
- Madison Bumgarner
- Chris Sale
- Jimmy Herget
- Scott Feldman
- Pat Neshek
- Scott Sauerbeck
- Dennis Eckersley
- Mark Eichhorn
- Javier López
- Jake Peavy
- Vinnie Pestano
- Ted Abernathy
- Gene Garber
- Dave Baldwin
- Bob Locker
- Kent Tekulve
- Adam Cimber
- Gregory Wyatt Mill
- Tyler Rogers
These fellas, they all throw from the side, makin’ it tough on them batters.
How to Pitch with a Sidearmer in the Game
Now, I ain’t no expert on them video games, but my grandson, he plays that MLB The Show all the time. He says there’s different ways to pitch. Somethin’ about “pulse” and “classic” bein’ more real, and “pinpoint” and “analog” bein’ easier. He says with a sidearmer, you gotta use that movement to your advantage. Make the ball sink, make it slide, make it do whatever it takes to get them batters out. It ain’t just about throwin’ hard, it’s about throwin’ smart.
Using Different Pitch Types
And it ain’t just one pitch these sidearmers throw. They got all sorts of pitches in their arsenal. They got sinkers that drop down, sliders that move sideways, and even some of ’em got changeups that look like fastballs but come in real slow. It’s like a magician’s bag of tricks, keepin’ them batters guessin’. My grandson says you gotta mix it up, keep ’em on their toes. Don’t wanna be too predictable, or they’ll start knockin’ them balls outta the park.
Facing Tough Batters
And when you’re up against them real good batters, the ones that hit home runs all the time, that’s when a sidearmer can really shine. Their weird delivery messes with them batters’ timing. They’re used to seein’ the ball a certain way, and then BOOM! Here comes this sidearm pitch, and they swing and miss. It’s a beautiful thing to watch, I tell ya. Like watchin’ a hawk swoop down and snatch a field mouse, quick and clean.
Staying Healthy
But even these sidearm fellas, they gotta be careful. Throwin’ like that, it can put a strain on your arm. I heard about Chris Sale havin’ back problems, poor fella. Hope he gets better, he’s a good pitcher. It just goes to show, even the best of ’em can get hurt. Gotta take care of yourself, that’s what I always say. Eat your vegetables, get your sleep, and don’t go throwin’ too many of them sidearm pitches if your arm’s feelin’ sore.
The Bottom Line
So, there you have it. Sidearm pitchers in MLB The Show 24, they’re a secret weapon, a sneaky way to get them batters out. They ain’t the prettiest pitchers to watch, but they sure can be effective. Just remember to mix up your pitches, keep them batters guessin’, and don’t forget to take care of your arm. And maybe, just maybe, you’ll be able to win yourself a few games.
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I gotta go make some supper. All this talk about baseball has made me hungry.
Tags: MLB The Show 24, Sidearm Pitchers, Pitching Tips, Baseball, Video Games, Chris Sale, Madison Bumgarner, Pitching Styles, Gaming Strategy, Sports Games.
