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Former MLB reliever Mike Stanton shares what separates elite pitchers like Paul Skenes, comparing his approach and “ice water” composure to legends such as Doc Gooden. Are the Pittsburgh Pirates unlocking a secret weapon by transitioning young arms through the bullpen before giving them rotation spots—and does this strategy accelerate or risk pitcher development?

Host Gary Morgan explores how pitching philosophies have evolved, from strict pitch counts to the modern obsession with velocity and spin rate. Key topics include the mental grind of closing out games, why certain relievers excel in high-leverage roles, and how analytics clash with baseball tradition. Insightful stories from Stanton’s 19-year career shed light on what it really takes to maintain durability and succeed on the mound. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes look at the mindset that powers both the Pirates’ pitching prospects and MLB bullpens everywhere.

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