The Arizona Diamondbacks are on a roll, and their pitcher Brandon Pfaadt is a big reason why. Pfaadt is coming off an impressive performance against the Atlanta Braves, where he threw six shutout innings in a 1-0 win. His recent success has given him confidence on the mound, and he credits his improved velocity for allowing his off-speed pitches to be more effective.
In his past three outings, Pfaadt has posted a 1.10 ERA over 16 1/3 innings. He attributes his success to mixing in his sinker with his four-seam fastball and utilizing his slider effectively. Pfaadt’s recent performance is even more impressive considering he had to leave his previous start after taking a line drive off his ankle.
Looking ahead to his next start against the Chicago Cubs, Pfaadt is focused on being aggressive in the strike zone and not nibbling at the edges. He faced the Cubs earlier in the season and took the loss, but he’s determined to bounce back and help his team secure the win this time around.
On the other side, the Cubs will send left-hander Shota Imanaga to the mound. Imanaga has been a reliable starter for the Cubs, posting an 8-2 record with a 2.97 ERA. He recently impressed in the All-Star Game and tossed six scoreless innings in his last start against the Baltimore Orioles.
Imanaga, a native of Japan, is in his first season in Major League Baseball and has quickly become a key player for the Cubs. His focus is on helping his team win each time he takes the mound and not getting ahead of himself with thoughts of the future.
As the Diamondbacks and Cubs face off, fans can expect a thrilling matchup between two talented pitchers. Pfaadt will look to continue his dominant form, while Imanaga aims to build on his recent success. It’s a game that promises excitement and high stakes as both teams battle for supremacy on the field.
