2023, according to many, it is supposed to be a transitional year. In some ways, it has been. In others, not so much. Nothing has played out as expected. The only starting pitcher who was a starter out of spring training left standing, well leaning a little, is Clayton Kershaw. Syndergaard, traded, Urias, placed on admin leave, Gonsolin, injured and out until 25, Pepiot, injured and just returned. Grove injured and out.
In their place are three rookies. Miller, Sheehan and Stone. Miller has been pretty good, Sheehan has shown flashes, and Stone has yet to show consistency.