Could some tell me the pitching order/ rank our five best pitchers?

Based upon what? Most consistent? Potential? Who has the hot hand? Starter or reliever?

I guess top 5 starters and top 3 relievers. Just overall this year.

Friday: Hill
Saturday: Martin
Sunday: Kolek
Midweek: Larkins/Doxakis

Relievers: Chaffin, Sherrod, Kilkenny

Doxakis and Chaffin sure looked great today.

W said:

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seems like Chafin has run out of gas. He could use a week off

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W said:

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seems like Chafin has run out of gas. He could use a week off

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Was bound to happen, especially when he started coming in in most games

Pitchers need to stay in a rhythm and extended rest can be more problematic for pitchers. Consistent mechanic checks and throwing are what pitchers need. Extended innings for Sub Relievers are not that big of a deal if the pitcher is stretched out and has his arm in shape, which he should under the direction of the pitching coach, practice and innings logged.

Psychological component can become a issue as well if a pitchers rest to long and don't stay throwing. That being said if a pitcher doesn't look fresh or feel good throwing, then they need to be shut down immediately.

Also something I always teach my pitchers to help throw better is work fast. When the pitcher works fast and gets into a rhythm, it helps throw strikes. Gets the defense in a rhythm & keeps them on their toes, your catchers get in a rhythm with pitching sequence, the ump gets into a rhythm, and the opposing hitters have to work faster and this rushes hitters up trying react to the ball.