MLB study links faster pitches and high effort to doubled pitcher injuries since 2005, urging rule changes.
A recent MLB study links higher pitch velocities, pitch shaping, and maximum effort to the rise in pitcher injuries. The research, involving over 200 interviews, suggests that injuries have nearly doubled since 2005. Experts recommend exploring rule changes to prioritize pitcher health, such as modifying game rules to encourage conserving energy and revising roster rules to better manage pitcher availability.
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