Phillies' Matt Strahm calls for pitchers to use pine tar again in response to torpedo bat craze

The emergence of torpedo bats in Major League Baseball is shaking up the game, attributed to their unique design that shifts the barrel closer to the handle, enhancing contact and spin. Amid this rise, pitcher Matt Strahm of the Philadelphia Phillies has suggested that if hitters can use advanced equipment, pitchers should also be allowed similar liberties, opposing current restrictions. Strahm's comments follow MLB's crackdown on foreign substances, meant to balance the playing field between pitchers and hitters, indicating how technology continues to evolve in the sport.

"Let them use whatever bat they want. Let's just allow pitchers to use whatever hitters have in the on deck circle ... I'm just a pitcher but I'm assuming better grip helps ya swing harder..."

"some of that stuff was a bit much, but just whatever a hitter can use to grip a bat better we can use too."

"I think it's terrible..."

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