White Sox pitcher Jonathan Cannon showcased his ability to adapt his pitching strategy against opponents in a recent game despite the team's loss. In their 6-2 defeat against the Cubs, Cannon managed to retire 13 consecutive batters, underscoring his command of various pitches. However, defensive errors in the sixth inning allowed the Cubs to score. Cannon's performance showed a growing maturity as he seeks to balance competitiveness with the reality of pitching against skilled hitters, shifting his focus from perfection to effective pitch placement.
Cannon mentioned, "The best hitters and lineups ... one of the things that makes them tough is you think you have to be perfect from the start."
Despite the loss, Cannon emphasized adapting his pitch selection to keep the hitters uncomfortable, stating that his command of multiple pitches is his best trait.
After allowing a string of hits in the sixth, Cannon noted, "Once you get ahead, you earn the right to try and go for the strikeout."
Cannon's performance resulted in five innings pitched, where he allowed four runs and showcased his ability to retire 13 consecutive batters.
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