Tanner Scott began 2025 with high expectations following a solid prior season, having signed a $72 million contract. However, he has struggled, posting a 4.56 ERA and five blown saves, though he leads the team in saves. His pitching coach Mark Prior noted issues with command and reduced velocity, contributing to a rise in expected batting averages faced by Scott, impacting his effectiveness. While the team remains hopeful, there's acknowledgment of the volatility of bullpen performance and the need for improvement in Scott's game.
"I wouldn't say he's been a guy who has Kershaw's command or somebody of that caliber. Right now, he's missing on the outer halves of the plate or he's missing down when he's supposed to be up or vice versa."
"The velocity is down a little bit, so obviously these guys get that fraction of a second longer. And he's in the zone more when he needs to be out of the zone, therefore it creates more contact."
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