What is the Sweeper and why is it different from a Slider? Here’s a detailed history of the sweeper, how it differs from a traditional slider, and some pitch grips to help you throw it. See the new pitch type…

The splitter is an art form among pitchers in Japan. You don’t see as many pitchers in the United States throw splitters but in Japan virtually every pitcher in the World Baseball Classic threw one. I explore why so many…