In this video, we discuss the rise of Jonathan Loaisiga and whether he could replace Aroldis Chapman as the next New York Yankees closer. Clips of an interview we conducted with Loaisiga are included in this short.
This season, Loaisiga has established himself as the most reliable arm in the Yankees bullpen. He’s done so while relying heavily on one pitch – the two-seam fastball – which he is pumping in at a career-high average velocity of 98.1 MPH with pinpoint control.
The two-seamer hasn’t always been a part of Loaisiga’s repertoire. In fact, he only started using the pitch in 2019.
In an age where batters are hyper-focused on getting the ball in the air, Loaisiga has become a master of keeping balls on the ground. It’s no surprise that his 2.79 GB/FB ratio is top 5 in the league.
So, how does this top-flight pitcher maintain the highest fWAR among relievers with a minimum of 40 IP? Preparation.
At this rate, with Aroldis Chapman’s recent struggles, don’t be surprised if you see Jonathan Loaisiga get more save opportunities. In the meantime, we pose this question:
With Chapman’s deal set to expire at the end of the season, is Jonathan Loaisiga the next New York Yankees closer?
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