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Trey Yesavage: Pitching Sensation with Unmatched Arm Angle

10/6/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Trey Yesavage, a 6-foot-4, 225-pound right-handed pitcher, has a tall arm angle and three pitches.
Splitter released at 65-degree arm slot—the highest—posts a 57% swing-and-miss and 50% strikeout rate.
Fastball yields 19.5 inches of induced vertical break, vs. Justin Verlander’s 18.6.
Arm angle at 63 degrees is higher than Kevin Gausman’s, and his slider breaks to the arm side.

History

Historical Context

The slider pitch revolutionized baseball strategy in 1920, with pitchers like Walter Johnson achieving a remarkable 30% strikeout rate by utilizing varied arm angles. This innovation paved the way for modern techniques, as seen in Trey Yesavage's unique 65-degree arm slot and 50% strikeout rate, highlighting the ongoing evolution of pitching that continues to influence player training and performance metrics today.

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Story summary

Trey Yesavage, a 6-foot-4, 225-pound right-handed pitcher, has a tall arm angle and three pitches.
Splitter released at 65-degree arm slot—the highest—posts a 57% swing-and-miss and 50% strikeout rate.
Fastball yields 19.5 inches of induced vertical break, vs. Justin Verlander’s 18.6.
Arm angle at 63 degrees is higher than Kevin Gausman’s, and his slider breaks to the arm side.

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