The American League East has a well-deserved reputation as one of the most competitive divisions in baseball, which also means it features some of the most jaw-dropping pitches in the sport.
That's bad news for hitters, who regularly have to battle for knocks while hoping for mistakes, but it creates great theater for those of us who are content to watch from the sidelines and marvel at the spin and break that these hurlers are able to generate.
This week, we are taking a tour around the AL East and examining the filthiest offerings that the five respective staffs have to offer.