PITCHING LAB: Does Phillies prospect Orion Kerkering have the greatest slider we've ever seen?

Join host Lindsay Crosby on a fascinating journey into the art of pitching in this episode of Locked On MLB Prospects. Welcome to Lindsay's "Pitching Lab," where we dissect the remarkable debut performances and unique pitch arsenals of three rising stars. In the first segment, we shine a spotlight on Orion Kerkering's extraordinary debut for the Phillies. Discover what makes his slider truly exceptional and how it sets him apart in the world of pitching. Segment two delves into the intriguing world of AJ Smith-Shawver and his slider, where Lindsay uncovers an odd spin rate issue that adds an extra layer of complexity to the pitch. Get insights into how this promising pitcher is working to overcome this challenge. In the final segment, we explore the enigmatic pitching of Hurston Waldrep, whose splitter not only confounds Statcast but also combines a high-spin slider with a low-spin changeup. Lindsay breaks down the intricacies of this rare combination and explains why it's a daunting feat for most pitchers. Don't miss this episode of Locked On MLB Prospects, where we unravel the secrets behind these young pitchers' unique pitches and the promising futures they hold in the world of baseball. Join Subtext to chat with us! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonmlbprospects Follow along with LockedOn MLB Prospects host Lindsay Crosby as we follow 120+ affiliated teams throughout the 2023 season! From prospect call-ups to impactful trades to the ever evolving battle for minor league living and working conditions, Lindsay is covering it all on five days a week. Available exclusively on the Locked On Podcast Network. Follow the show on twitter @LockedOnFarm and email your Mailbag Monday questions to [email protected] Follow Lindsay for up to the minute details on all things Minor League Baseball: On Twitter: https://twitter.com/CrosbyBaseball Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Nutrafol Take the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com/men and enter the promo code LOCKEDONMLB. DoorDash Get fifty percent off your first DoorDash order up to a twenty-dollar value when you use code lockedonmlb at checkout. Limited time offer, terms apply. LinkedIn Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at LinkedIn.com/LockedOn. Let LinkedIn Sales Navigator help you sell like a superstar today! birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONMLB or enter promo code LOCKEDONMLB for a free water bottle with any order. You won’t want to take your birddogs off we promise you. Jase Medical Save more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel Make Every Moment More.Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. Sleeper Download the Sleeper app and use promo code LOCKEDON and you'll get up to a $100 match on your first deposit. Terms and conditions apply. See Sleeper’s Terms of Use for details. Currently operational in over 30 states. Check out Sleeper today! FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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