College baseball is hitting a breaking point when it comes to pitching. This episode breaks down the growing “velocity vs. control” problem that’s reshaping rotations across the country, where power arms are everywhere, but consistency is harder to find than ever.

We also look at how roster turnover and retention are shifting the game, with programs constantly rebuilding while trying to stay competitive on weekends that can make or break a season. Locally, the conversation hits home with pitching rotation questions and what teams are really searching for when they go looking for that reliable Friday starter. It’s strategy, pressure, and adjustment all colliding in real time, and why this part of the game keeps getting harder to solve.

College baseball is hitting a breaking point when it comes to pitching. This episode breaks down the growing &ldquo;velocity vs. control&rdquo; problem that&rsquo;s reshaping rotations across the country, where power arms are everywhere, but consistency is harder to find than ever.
We also look at how roster turnover and retention are shifting the game, with programs constantly rebuilding while trying to stay competitive on weekends that can make or break a season. Locally, the conversation hits home with pitching rotation questions and what teams are really searching for when they go looking for that reliable Friday starter. It&rsquo;s strategy, pressure, and adjustment all colliding in real time, and why this part of the game keeps getting harder to solve.

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Stay in the Game with 102.1 The Won &ndash; Springfield&rsquo;s Sports Hub
Welcome to the official 102.1 The Won &mdash; your all-access pass to local sports, expert picks, live betting odds, and real-time updates for the Springfield, MO area.
-Local Coverage, Local Voice &mdash; In-depth coverage of Springfield-area teams and sports stories you care about. -Live Sports Odds &amp; Boards &mdash; View real-time odds for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and more. -Pro Picks &amp; Betting Insights &mdash; Daily expert picks and analysis to help you level up your game. -On-Air Shows &amp; Podcasts &mdash; Stream live shows like VSiN Primetime, Keys to the Kingdom, and more. -Alerts &amp; News &mdash; Get notified on big games, breaking scores.