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Lambert shines, Jax falters as Keller eyes strikeouts

8/1/2026

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Peter Lambert of the Houston Astros posted a 1.88 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 32 strikeouts, a July Pitcher of the Month candidate.
Griffin Jax of the Chicago White Sox has seen his strikeout rate decline, recording ten strikeouts in two of his five starts.
Mitch Keller of the Pittsburgh Pirates may raise his strikeout total on Sunday versus the Cincinnati Reds, who lead the league in strikeout rate against right-handers.

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Story summary

Peter Lambert of the Houston Astros posted a 1.88 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 32 strikeouts, a July Pitcher of the Month candidate.
Griffin Jax of the Chicago White Sox has seen his strikeout rate decline, recording ten strikeouts in two of his five starts.
Mitch Keller of the Pittsburgh Pirates may raise his strikeout total on Sunday versus the Cincinnati Reds, who lead the league in strikeout rate against right-handers.