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Posted On: July 18th 2026, 09:39 am
Harvest time! πŸ˜€πŸ˜€πŸ₯¬πŸ§…πŸ«˜πŸ«›

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Freddy Peralta is an interesting case study in in-season adjustments since joining the Rays. ⁠ ⁠ Let’s break down some of the changes he’s made – and what this can teach us about in-season adjustments. πŸ€”β  ⁠ First – and most obvious is that his release side has shifted 4 inches further towards 3B. This was the direct result of shifting his position on the rubber to play up the angles – an intentional change that makes sense given the league-wide positive trend of same-sided four seams and breaking balls.⁠ ⁠ πŸ“ FF horizontal approach angle to RHH: -2.59 β†’ -2.93°⁠ πŸ“ Horizontal release angle: -2.96 β†’ -3.70°⁠ πŸ“ Sweeper HAA now at -5.13Β°, well into outlier territory (Slide 3)⁠ ⁠ Let’s take a look at some of the other metrics:⁠ ⁠ πŸ“Š Extension: 6.5 β†’ 6.7 ft⁠ πŸ“Š Effective velocity on FF: 94.5 β†’ 95.5 mph (actual velo: 94.2 β†’ 94.8 mph)⁠ πŸ“Š Lower release height from increased trunk flexion⁠ πŸ“Š VAA: -4.06 β†’ -3.79Β° on the fastball, elite territory alongside Kimbrel and Diaz (Slide 4)⁠ ⁠ But where does this come from? Take a look at the early lateral tilt generated with the Mets versus the more stacked initial move with the Rays. Among other things, this leads to a more stacked posture into landing and a more forward-flexed trunk at ball release. It also creates better angles to rotate into the lead leg block, helping to explain the slight bump in velocity as well. ⁠ ⁠ Looking further into the first move, take a look at the pre-set back leg hinge and the forward trunk posture. Not only does this pre-set him in a more glute-dominant position, but his leg lift now drives him into a coiled position at the pelvis. Instead of leaning backwards into peak leg lift, he’s pre-setting tension, finding his glute, and coiling into a stable back leg without tipping uphill.
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