Joey Cantillo has altered his grip on a key pitch in hopes of '26 breakout

Guardians SP Joey Cantillo has an elite changeup, one that should have him in the 2026 rotation. But one offseason focus is the key to his breakout.
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Hunter Barco’s New Pitches Gives Him Leg-up in Pirates Rotation Race

The Pittsburgh Pirates entered Spring Training with the final spot in their starting rotation up for grabs. They signed Jose ...
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With a slider that's no longer 'dog-water,' Cantillo could be harder to hit in ‘26

Earlier this spring, Joey Cantillo offered a vivid self-assessment of his slider. “My slider has been pretty dog-water the last couple of years,” Cantillo said. “Honestly, it’s been bad. It’s been ...
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State of the Los Angeles Angels Rotation

The Angels rotation has plenty of questions, but it’s the most intriguing group we’ve seen in years. Let's break down the faces, old and new.