Was Mason Miller tipping his pitches in the Padres' Game 2 NLDS loss?
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Key Points:
- Since joining the Padres last season, Mason Miller has been an exceptionally effective closer, known for his 104 mph fastball and impressive slider.
- In Game 2 of the NLDS, the Brewers appeared to have deciphered Miller's pitching by identifying a physical tell in his hand positioning that revealed whether he was throwing a fastball or slider.
- Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio demonstrated remarkable discipline by swinging only at fastballs in the strike zone and avoiding the slider, likely aided by signals from teammate Sal Frelick on second base.
- The Padres now know about Miller's pitching tell, which he can correct to maintain his dominance, but the Brewers currently lead the series 2-0, making a Padres comeback more challenging.
