Angels pitchers rank 29th in MLB for first-pitch strikes, with .788 OPS after a 1-0 count and .589 after an 0-1 count.
Angels pitchers struggle with first-strike expectations, ranking 29th in the majors for first-pitch strikes. Despite emphasizing the importance of getting ahead in the count, the team's OPS is .788 after a 1-and-0 count and .589 after an 0-and-1 count. Angels are 11th-best in the majors after an 0-and-1 count, holding opponents to a .574 OPS. Manager Ron Washington acknowledges the issue and hopes improvements will come in time.
May 15, 2024
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