With Gausman and Yamamoto, the splitter is back in the spotlight for World Series Game 6

The split-finger fastball, or 'Mr. Splitty,' is making a comeback in Major League Baseball, with a significant increase in usage during this year's postseason. The pitch, known for its sharp drop, has been a game-changer for pitchers like Kevin Gausman and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. With recent advancements in pitching technology, more players are experimenting with different grip techniques to master the splitter, leading to a new wave of popularity. The pitch's effectiveness has been evident, with batters struggling to hit it, even when they know it's coming. The splitter is now seen as a modern equalizer, offering pitchers a way to outsmart hitters in an era dominated by power bats. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.