The head of the baseball players’ association believes a shorter pitch clock has led to pitcher injuries. Union exec Tony Clark expresses concerns about health and safety regarding the reduced recovery time since the clock was shortened. Several pitchers including Shane Bieber, Spencer Strider, Jonathan Loáisiga, Eury Pérez, and Trevor Gott have been diagnosed with elbow injuries. MLB's decision to adjust the pitch clock has players and the union worried about the long-term effects on the players.