Figuring out how to mix pitches isn’t rocket science but the art of pitching can be found in almost any at-bat or situation. This is especially true in starting pitchers with deep arsenals and locations.
Zack Wheeler did not have his best outing against the St. Louis Cardinals. He gave them six innings but allowed four earned runs and only generated three strikeouts. However, one at-bat showed a few different methods on how pitchers and catchers sequence hitters. There is plenty to learn from for anyone trying to watch the game within a game.
For some of you, this piece might help you further understand some things a pitcher might look for in how to read a hitter in an at-bat.