Mastering the elusive screwball pitch is a coveted skill in baseball, renowned for its deceptive movement and ability to confound batters. This enigmatic pitch defies conventional wisdom, swerving inward towards right-handed hitters and outward away from left-handed batters, making it a formidable weapon in the arsenal of any pitcher. However, unleashing this enigmatic pitch requires … Read more
The gyroball, also known as the “magic ball” or “illusion ball,” is a unique baseball pitch that has baffled hitters and captivated fans since its introduction to professional baseball in 2008 by Japanese pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka. This enigmatic pitch appears to break sharply downward, but in reality, it actually drops significantly less than a traditional … Read more
What is a Screwball? A screwball is a type of baseball pitch that breaks sharply downward and away from the batter. It is thrown with a similar motion to a fastball, but the pitcher releases the ball with a slight inward twist. This causes the ball to spin backward, which creates the downward break. The … Read more
